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A #English #Quiz to review the short story "Raymond's Run".
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1
What does prodigy mean?
a beginner
an average person; a regular person
someone who practices a lot to become skillful
a child with an exceptional talent
2
Why do authors use dialect?
Dialect can add a lot of suspense to the plot.
Dialect makes characters easier to understand.
Dialect works well in informational writing.
Dialect makes their characters more real.
3
“Cause like I said I don’t feature a whole lot of chit-chat.” is an example of which device?
Symbolism
Dialect
Hyperbole
Theme
4
Which phrase best describes Squeaky’s attitude throughout most of the story?
proud and defensive
serious and mean
clever and witty
serious and smart
5
Which of the methods of characterization is NOT used to reveal Squeaky’s character traits?
The character’s thoughts and feelings.
The character’s behavior and actions.
The words of the character.
What other characters say.
6
Why is Squeaky's nickname Mercury?
fast.
a messenger.
a winner.
defensive.
7
What does liable mean?
likely
to get permission
unknowingly
unlikely
8
Which of the following is
not
part of the rising action in “Raymond’s Run”?
Mr. Pearson hints to Squeaky that she should lose.
Squeaky practices her running to prepare for the race.
Squeaky confronts Mary Louise and her friends on Broadway.
Squeaky is responsible for Raymond.
9
Which two literary terms could be applied to Squeaky in this story?
antagonist and static character
protagonist and dynamic character
protagonist and static character
antagonist and dynamic character
10
What is an allusion?
a way a writer makes something seem different than it is
a reference to a current events or literature
a quotation from a well-known writer or philosopher
a hint from an author to let you know what might happen next
11
Which of the following is the best example of an external conflict?
Squeaky slips and calls Raymond her little brother.
While Squeaky has won many awards, Raymond has won nothing.
Squeaky challenges people who make fun of Raymond.
Raymond runs along outside the fence during the race.
12
Which of the following statements is an example of an allusion?
“It’s going to be one of those Dodge City scenes.”
“I always win because I’m the best.”
“The new girl should give you a run for your money.”
“The next word out of anybody and I’ll be their mother too.”
13
Which of the following is the best example of an internal conflict?
Squeaky has a confrontation with the girls on Broadway.
Squeaky respects Gretchen when she sees that she is serious.
Squeaky apologizes to people when Raymond scares the pigeons
Squeaky glances at Gretchen and sees that she could win.
14
What is the resolution of “Raymond’s Run”?
Squeaky and Gretchen respect each other with a smile.
Squeaky met Mary Louise, Gretchen, and Rosie on the street.
Raymond pretends to drive a stagecoach.
Squeaky watches Raymond run.
15
Squeaky and Gretchen are competing to win the race. What term can be applied to this event?
the falling action
The end
The resolution
The conflict
16
What is the setting of "Raymond's Run"?
Hoboken, a city in New Jersey.
Harlem, a neighborhood in New York City.
the name of the city in the story is never given.
a small town in the northern part of New York state.
