According to “A Work in Progress,” what problem does the author have with her waterproof legs?

They float to the surface of the water.

What is the main message of “A Work in Progress”?

Accepting and embracing one’s differences can lead to success in life

If singers Karl and Paula celebrate each other’s performances, which of the following must be true?

They offer praise for each other’s performances.

Based on the details in “A Work in Progress,” what is most likely true about the author?

She inspires other people with her actions.

Which of the following sentences contains an informal transition?

So there I was, watching the game.

Which of the following sentences contains an introductory conjunction?

So I watched the volleyball players as they warmed up.

What excuse does the author’s teacher give for not wanting the author back in class after her operation?

The author’s casts and wheelchair will be a distraction.

In “A Work in Progress,” why is the author shocked by what the man who calls and asks her to give a speech says?

He does not think that anyone will like her if she seems confident.

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A Work in Progress Review

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1
According to “A Work in Progress,” what problem does the author have with her waterproof legs?
They change color when put in water.
They come off too easily in the water.
They float to the surface of the water.
They are too heavy to kick in the water.
2
Which of the following is a feature of informal grammar?
proper capitalization
standard English punctuation
correctly spelled words
colloquial contractions
3
What is the main message of “A Work in Progress”?
Newer prosthetic legs are a great improvement over wooden prosthetic legs.
People must lower their expectations so that they will not be disappointed.
People who are normal never get the opportunity to be extraordinary.
Accepting and embracing one’s differences can lead to success in life
4
If singers Karl and Paula celebrate each other’s performances, which of the following must be true?
They secretly judge the other’s performances.
They ask many questions about each other’s performances.
They give advice to improve the other’s performances.
They offer praise for each other’s performances.
5
What is the meaning of the Latin prefix extra-?
underneath
larger in quantity than
a large part of
beyond the scope of
6
Based on the details in “A Work in Progress,” what is most likely true about the author?
She secretly still wishes she doesn’t need prosthetics.
She had to overcome a fear of public speaking.
She refuses to admit that she has any faults.
She inspires other people with her actions.
7
Which of the following sentences contains an informal transition?
So there I was, watching the game.
This afternoon, Ben played hockey at school.
And his supportive parents cheered loudly.
I wanna see them score a goal.
8
Which of the following sentences contains an introductory conjunction?
So I watched the volleyball players as they warmed up.
You know, the coach gives them useful suggestions.
My little brother kinda understands the game’s rules.
Sarah practiced her serve on her own before the game.
9
What excuse does the author’s teacher give for not wanting the author back in class after her operation?
Other students will hurt the author by making fun of her.
The author’s casts and wheelchair will be a distraction.
The author is not well enough to come back to school.
Caring for the author will take up too much class time.
10
In “A Work in Progress,” why is the author shocked by what the man who calls and asks her to give a speech says?
He would prefer that she not show any signs of vulnerability.
He does not want her to make any jokes about her legs.
He does not think that anyone will like her if she seems confident.
He wants her to present her speech from a wheelchair.

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