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The Trumpet of the Swan Review Chapter 1-7
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Reading comprehension, character traits, figurative language
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What is the definition for
sustained (verb)?
to go for a short amount of time
continuing for a long time without interruptions
many interruptions
to fly
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How does Sam "save the day" at the pond?
He throws a stick at the fox
He careful moves the eggs from the nest
He shares his field glasses
He chases away the fox
3
Select one reason that proves Sam is responsible?
He checks his compass to make sure he is going in the right direction
He takes care of his siblings
He checks his map to make sure he is going in the right direction
He takes care of nature
4
He found his father frying fish for lunch! Is an example of what figurative language?
onomatopoeia
allusion
simile
alliteration
5
Pick a synonym for
boggy.
dry
sticky
swampy
flat
6
What is the definition for
loafing (verb)?
to lounge or loll
All of the above
aimlessly wandering
wasting one's time away
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What is a text to text connection?
Connecting a novel to another book
Connecting a novel to the world
Connecting a novel to my neighborhood
Connecting a novel to my own life
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What is the definition for
rasping
(adj)?
Too wet and muddy to be easily walked on
harsh-sounding
a sudden sharp pain or painful emotion
A young swan
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How many cygnets do the cob and his wife have?
2
just Louis
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5
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The spot seemed made to order! Is an example of what figurative language?
personification
idiom
hyperbole
alliteration
11
What genre is the novel, The Trumpet of the Swan?
Fiction
Non-fiction
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What is an inference?
A text to world connection
A bothersome sibling
A terrible guess
An educated guess based on schema and text evidence
13
The mist rises slowly like steam from a kettle! Is an example of what figurative language?
simile
metaphor
alliteration
allusion
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The female Trumpeter has one essential job before she hatches her eggs.
To find the perfect pond
To find the perfect nesting spot
To fly to Montana
To learn how to read and write
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Why do the Trumpeter Swans need to head to Red Rock Lakes in Montana?
because winter is coming
because they are being chased by poachers
because it is finally spring
because they are bored of Canada
16
Pick a synonym for
teetered.
skipped
swam
wobbled
jumped
17
What character trait best describes the cob?
Over confident
Dramatic
All of the above
Elegant
18
Winter seemed to last forever! Is an example of what figurative language?
idiom
visualization
alliteration
hyperbole
19
Where does the novel take place?
Both Canada and Montana
Western Canada
Montana
California
20
Pick a synonym for a
vigilant.
(Remember my vigilant guard in Africa?)
not observant
attentive
frenzy
lazy
21
The cob and the wife make a discovery about their son, Louis. What do they realize?
Louis can't fly
Louis can't swim
Louis can't make a sound
Louis is a chatterbox
22
How is Sam Beaver described in the novel?
An eleven year old boy with dark hair and blue eyes.
An eleven year old boy with blonde hair and blue eyes.
An eleven year old boy with blonde hair and dark eyes.
An eleven year old boy with dark hair and brown eyes.
23
Pick a synonym for
dignity.
Self-respect
Nobility
Majesty
All of the above
24
Pick a synonym for a
warden.
a gardener
a younger sibling
a parent
an officer
25
His heart thumped from excitement. Is an example of what figurative language?
Hyperbole
Metaphor
Onomatopeia
Personification
26
In chapter 7, how does Sam recognize Louis?
Louis brings Sam his journal
Louis says hello
Louis tugs on his shoelace
Louis sings a swan song
27
What is the definition for
principal (adj)?
first in order or importance
the leader of a school
28
I did not travel this immense distance into the heart of Canada! Is an example of what figurative language?
alliteration
onomatopeia
simile
idiom
29
A smell of earth waking after its long sleep! Is an example of what figurative language?
personification
simile
metaphor
idiom
30
What character trait best describes Louis?
Rude
Problem solver
Over confident
Lazy
31
Kiss that brain! You are prepared and going to do AMAZING tomorrow on your Ch 1-7 test. What will you score?
One hundred percent!
100%
99+1
A+
32
What is the definition for
rearing (verb)?
a male swan
to idle one's time away
to make one's self look attractive
to bring up and care for young
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What character trait best describes Sam Beaver?
Patient
Friendly
Dumb
Adventurous
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What character trait best describes the wife?
Nurturing
Talented
Bossy
Mean
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Who is the author of The Trumpet of the Swan?
W.E. Black
E.W. White
E.B. White
E.B. Black
