"Homeless" Comprehension Check

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    What does the author's house mean to her?

    • It's an example of security and stability in her life.
    • It has too many problems to hold any value for her.
    • The author doesn't discuss her feeling about her house.
    • The author is homeless and does not own her own home.
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This quiz is meant to assess students' comprehension of the essay "Homeless" by Anna Quindlen.

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  • 2. 

    Anna Quindlen says, "Home is where the heart is." What does she most likely mean by that statement?

    • Most people don't have any emotional attachment to their homes.

    • "Home" ususally means a lot to people because it's where their families are and where important memories were created.

    • Your home is important because it is where all of your material possessions are.

    • Most people like their homes, but Quindlen has no personal feelings about her house.

    Correct Answer
    A. "Home" ususally means a lot to people because it's where their families are and where important memories were created.
    Explanation
    The statement "Home is where the heart is" most likely means that people have a strong emotional attachment to their homes because it is where their families are and where important memories were created.

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  • 3. 

    What was the homeless woman, Ann, trying to show the author by showing her photographs of a house?

    • She thought it looked similar to the author's house.

    • She didn't want a house; she prefered living outside.

    • She is a person of value because she used to own a house.

    • She's happy she doesn't have to pay a mortgage anymore.

    Correct Answer
    A. She is a person of value because she used to own a house.
    Explanation
    The homeless woman, Ann, was trying to show the author that she is a person of value because she used to own a house. By showing photographs of the house she once owned, Ann was likely trying to convey that she had a stable and comfortable life before becoming homeless. This may have been an attempt to challenge the negative stereotypes and assumptions often associated with homelessness, and to assert her own worth and dignity as a person who has experienced better circumstances in the past.

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    Which of these is definitely not Quindlens' reason for writing this essay?

    • To inform or explain.

    • To persuade.

    • To express opinion.

    • To entertain.

    Correct Answer
    A. To entertain.
    Explanation
    The essay's purpose is not to entertain, as the question asks for the reason that is definitely not Quindlen's reason for writing the essay. The other options, such as informing or explaining, persuading, and expressing opinion, are all possible reasons for writing an essay, but entertaining is not mentioned as a purpose in the question.

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  • 5. 

    Which of these reasons is not mentioned in the book as a reason why some homeless people choose not to live in shelters.

    • Some are mentally ill.

    • Some can't find shelters close enough to where they're staying.

    • Some do not want to compromise by staying somewhere that isn't their own home.

    • Some feel "locked in" in a shelter.

    Correct Answer
    A. Some can't find shelters close enough to where they're staying.
    Explanation
    The book does not mention that some homeless people choose not to live in shelters because they can't find shelters close enough to where they're staying.

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  • 6. 

    Give 2 examples of how the essay was similar to the biography about Eleanor Roosevelt.

    Correct Answer
    They were both nonfiction. They both discussed poverty. Eleanor struggled, just like the homeless people.
    Explanation
    The essay and the biography about Eleanor Roosevelt were similar in two ways. Firstly, they were both nonfiction, meaning that they were based on real events and facts rather than being fictional stories. Secondly, both the essay and the biography discussed poverty as a central theme. Additionally, the mention of Eleanor struggling, just like the homeless people, suggests that both texts explored the challenges and hardships faced by individuals in difficult circumstances.

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  • 7. 

    How did the author of the poem and Ann (the homeless woman from the story) have different views about owning a house?

    Correct Answer
    Ann wanted a house for value and security. Sandra wanted a house so she could help other homeless people.
    Explanation
    The author of the poem and Ann had different views about owning a house. Ann desired a house for its value and security, likely seeking stability and a place to call her own. On the other hand, Sandra wanted a house not for personal gain, but to assist other homeless individuals. Her motivation stemmed from a desire to provide support and aid to those in need.

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    Give at least one example of how the essay was different from the biography about Eleanor Roosevelt.

    Correct Answer
    It was written in first person. It was about a lot of different people's lives. It was not as positive.
    Explanation
    The essay about Eleanor Roosevelt was different from the biography because it was written in the first person, providing a more personal perspective on her life. Additionally, the essay covered various individuals' lives, suggesting a broader focus beyond just Eleanor Roosevelt. Furthermore, unlike the biography, the essay was not as positive, potentially presenting a more critical or balanced view of her life and accomplishments.

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