Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?
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In “Where Are You Going, Where have You Been?,” the author’s use of foreshadowing in the following sentence: He wagged a finger and laughed and said, "Gonna get you, baby," and Connie turned away again without Eddie noticing anything. (pg 4.) is effective because it __________. (129)
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Suggest that Connie will loose interest in Eddie.
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Hints that Connie will later face danger at the hands of Arnold Friend
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Adds to the tension between Connie and her mother.
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Indicates that June will become more jealous of her sister.
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CHPT #1 Standards
KCK11R110117*Summarize and paraphrase information clearly preserving the author’s intent.
KCK11R110122*Cite textual evidence that supports the main idea of passages from a variety of cultures.
KCK11R110124*Analyze and evaluate the cause and effect relationships on various plot elements, and explain how one event gives rise to another.
KCK11R110125*Analyze the effects of the setting and compare/contrast the setting by making connections See morewith other story elements within [and between]passages.
CHPT #2 Standards
KCK11R110126*Analyze the use of figurative language in a passage, using context clues including:
c. analogies,
f. personification
g. idioms
h. imagery
KCK11R110129* Analyze and evaluate how an author utilizes literary devices including:
a. foreshadowing
e. tone
f. mood
g. satire
h. point of view
i. allusion
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In “Where Are You Going, Where have You Been?,” the idiom “come for a ride,” in paragraph 7, illustrates Arnold Friend's __________. (126)
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Manners and friendliness
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Attempt to take her for a ride
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Attempt to make small talk
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Attempt to get Connie alone with him
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A. Attempt to get Connie alone with himExplanation
Arnold Friend's use of the idiom "come for a ride" suggests his attempt to get Connie alone with him. The phrase "come for a ride" is often used as a euphemism for luring someone away or tricking them into going somewhere against their will. In the context of the story, Arnold Friend is portrayed as a manipulative and dangerous character who is trying to convince Connie to go with him. Therefore, his use of this idiom implies his ulterior motive of isolating Connie from others and potentially harming her.Rate this question:
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On page 8 of “Where Are You Going, Where have You Been?,” the author creates an eerie tone through the physical description of Arnold Freind to show that __________. (129)
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There is something about him that just isn't right
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Connie is attracted to his looks
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To show that there is also something more behind the exterior he is trying to portray
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A & c
Correct Answer
A. A & cExplanation
The correct answer is "a & c" because the author's physical description of Arnold Friend creates an eerie tone, suggesting that there is something about him that just isn't right. Additionally, the description hints that there is something more behind his exterior, indicating that he is trying to portray a false image.Rate this question:
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In “Where Are You Going, Where have You Been?,” the mood on page 9 in the following sentence: "I took a special interest in you, such a pretty girl, and found out all about you—like I know your parents and sister are gone somewheres and I know where and how long they're going to be gone, and I know who you were with last night, and your best girl friend's name is Betty. Right?" can best be described as __________. (129)
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Relaxed & calm
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Bitter & upset
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Shocked & frightened
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Cheerful & anxious
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A. Shocked & frightenedExplanation
The mood in the given sentence can best be described as "shocked & frightened" because the speaker is demonstrating an unnerving level of knowledge about the person they are speaking to. This creates a sense of fear and unease, as the speaker seems to have invaded the person's privacy and knows personal details about their life.Rate this question:
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In “Where Are You Going, Where have You Been?,” at the bottom of page 16, the author uses detailed imagery because she wants ______________. (126)
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You to understand that Connie is crying
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To add humor to the situation
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To help paint a visual picture in the reader's mind of the details of what's happening to Connie
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To show the seriousness of the situation
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A. To help paint a visual picture in the reader's mind of the details of what's happening to ConnieExplanation
The author uses detailed imagery in order to help the reader visualize and understand the specific details of what is happening to Connie. This allows the reader to better immerse themselves in the story and have a clearer understanding of the events taking place.Rate this question:
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Which option below best paraphrases the following sentence: "Don'tcha wanta see what's on the car? Don'tcha wanta go for a ride?" (117)
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Don'tcha wanta see what's on the car? Don'tcha wanta go for a ride?
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Do you want to look at what's on the vehicle? Do you want to take a drive?
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Wanta to see what's on the vehicle? Do you want to go a ride?
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Do you want to get out of here and get something to eat?
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A. Do you want to look at what's on the vehicle? Do you want to take a drive?Explanation
The correct answer paraphrases the original sentence by using more formal language. It replaces "Don'tcha" with "Do you want to" and "wanta" with "want to". It also accurately captures the meaning of the original sentence by asking if the person wants to look at what's on the car and go for a ride.Rate this question:
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Which option below best summarizes the 1st & 2nd paragraph of “Where Are You Going, Where have You Been”? (117)
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Connie is a young girl who is very conceited.
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Connie is a fifteen year old who doesn't get along with her mom.
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Connie is conceited and wears too much hairspray. her mother hates the smell of it.
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Connie is a young and vain girl who has a bad relationship with her mom due to an issue of jealousy. She is also constantly compared to her older sister whom her mother favors.
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A. Connie is a young and vain girl who has a bad relationship with her mom due to an issue of jealousy. She is also constantly compared to her older sister whom her mother favors.Explanation
The correct answer summarizes the first and second paragraphs by stating that Connie is a young and vain girl who has a bad relationship with her mom due to an issue of jealousy. It also mentions that she is constantly compared to her older sister whom her mother favors. This explanation accurately captures the main points of the given paragraphs.Rate this question:
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Which of the following below would be the best theme for "Where Are You Going, Where have You Been?" (117)
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Sometimes parents can be jealous of their kids
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Not all attention is good attention
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You should be more like your sibling
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The author wants us to know that teens should stay in the place of a teen and shouldn't be in a rush to grow up too fast
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B & d
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A. B & dExplanation
The best theme for "Where Are You Going, Where have You Been?" would be that not all attention is good attention and that the author wants us to know that teens should stay in the place of a teen and shouldn't be in a rush to grow up too fast. This can be inferred from the story's portrayal of the protagonist, Connie, who attracts the attention of a dangerous older man and ultimately suffers the consequences of her desire for attention and her attempt to grow up too quickly.Rate this question:
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The author of "Where Are You Going, Where have You Been?" is being satirical by writing such a story like this. Through satire, she is shedding light on the careless behavior of teens. (129)
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True
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False
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A. TrueExplanation
The given explanation suggests that the author of "Where Are You Going, Where have You Been?" is using satire to highlight the irresponsible behavior of teenagers. Satire is a literary technique that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize and expose societal issues or flaws. In this story, the author may be satirizing the naivety and lack of caution exhibited by teenagers, possibly in relation to their interactions with strangers or their disregard for personal safety. The statement implies that the story is intended to be a critique of teenage behavior rather than a straightforward narrative.Rate this question:
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In “Where Are You Going, Where have You Been?,” Connie’s sneaky behavior causes her to __________. (124)
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Attract the attention of the wrong person
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Loose the trust from her mom
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Be placed in serious danger
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All the above
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A. All the aboveExplanation
Connie's sneaky behavior in "Where Are You Going, Where have You Been?" causes her to attract the attention of the wrong person, lose the trust from her mom, and be placed in serious danger. Her actions and choices, such as flirting with older boys and sneaking out of the house, lead her to encounter Arnold Friend, a dangerous and manipulative individual. This ultimately puts her in a dangerous situation where her life is at risk.Rate this question:
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