The Sound Of Summer Running Comprehension Test
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What did Douglas want that he saw in a store window?
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Tennis shoes
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A puppy
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Nintendo 3DS
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Dance shoes
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This quiz assesses comprehension of 'The Sound of Summer Running' by Ray Bradbury, focusing on key story elements like characters, plot, and specific details such as the protagonist's desires and interactions.
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Who did Douglas ask if they could buy him the shoes?
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His dad
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His mom
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His brother
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A stranger on the street
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A. His dadExplanation
Douglas asked his dad if he could buy him the shoes.Rate this question:
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What was the name of the shoe store owner?
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Mr. Sanderson
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Mr. Smith
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Mr. Samuelson
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Mr. Santa Claus
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A. Mr. SandersonExplanation
The correct answer is Mr. Sanderson. This is indicated by the fact that his name is listed first in the options provided.Rate this question:
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What are Douglas' feelings about last year's sneakers?
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He thinks that they feel "dead."
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He thinks that they feel alive as ever.
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He thinks that they feel cold.
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He thinks that they feel awesome!
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A. He thinks that they feel "dead."Explanation
Douglas' feelings about last year's sneakers are that they feel "dead." This suggests that he does not find them comfortable or enjoyable to wear. The word "dead" implies a lack of life or vitality, indicating that the sneakers may be worn out or no longer in good condition.Rate this question:
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Who is the author of "The Sound of Summer Running"?
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Ray Bradbury
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Ray Brad
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Ray Bradshaw
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Ray Brady
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A. Ray BradburyExplanation
Ray Bradbury is the author of "The Sound of Summer Running."Rate this question:
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What season did the story take place?
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Summer
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Winter
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Spring
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Fall
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A. SummerExplanation
The story took place in summer.Rate this question:
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What does the word "seized" mean in the following phrase: He glanced quickly away, but his ankles were seized...
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Grabbed; taken hold of
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Sore
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Suspended
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Thick and round
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A. Grabbed; taken hold ofExplanation
The word "seized" in the given phrase means that his ankles were grabbed or taken hold of. This suggests that someone or something forcefully grabbed or took control of his ankles.Rate this question:
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What does Douglas make the shoe store owner do in order to convince him about how great the shoes are?
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He asks him to try them on.
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He asks him to give them to him for free.
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He asks him to let Douglas try them on.
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He asks him to try them on and take a run.
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A. He asks him to try them on.Explanation
Douglas convinces the shoe store owner about the greatness of the shoes by asking him to try them on. This action allows the owner to experience the comfort and quality of the shoes firsthand, which is likely to persuade him of their greatness.Rate this question:
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What did Douglas call the shoes?
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Cream-Sponge Para Litefoot Tennis Shoes
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Nike
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Royal Crown Cream-Sponge Para Litefoot Tennis Shoes
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Addidas
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A. Cream-Sponge Para Litefoot Tennis ShoesExplanation
Douglas called the shoes "Cream-Sponge Para Litefoot Tennis Shoes".Rate this question:
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What is the name of the main character from the story?
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Douglas Spaulding
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Douglas Spencer
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Douglas Smith
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Douglas Summers
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A. Douglas SpauldingExplanation
The correct answer is Douglas Spaulding.Rate this question:
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