The New Soccer Ball
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Comprehension quiz
- 1.
What is David so excited about?
- A.
He is excited about his birthday.
- B.
He is excited about seeing his family.
- C.
He is excited about his new soccer ball.
Correct Answer
C. He is excited about his new soccer ball.Explanation
David's excitement is related to his new soccer ball. This suggests that he is eagerly looking forward to playing soccer with his new ball and enjoying the sport.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Why did David spend most of his time playing soccer during recess?
- A.
He was practicing for a big game.
- B.
It was his favorite sport and it kept him from having to speak English.
Correct Answer
B. It was his favorite sport and it kept him from having to speak English.Explanation
David spent most of his time playing soccer during recess because it was his favorite sport and it allowed him to avoid speaking English.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What does "alien" mean on page 5?
- A.
Someone who doesn't belong, an outsider
- B.
A being from outer space
Correct Answer
A. Someone who doesn't belong, an outsiderExplanation
The word "alien" is used on page 5 to refer to someone who doesn't belong or an outsider. It does not mean a being from outer space in this context.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What happened to David's ball?
- A.
It got kicked into a ditch and the teacher wouldn't allow him to get it.
- B.
It was poorly made and fell apart.
- C.
A mean student kicked it, and it landed in a pickup truck.
Correct Answer
C. A mean student kicked it, and it landed in a pickup truck. -
- 5.
Where is David from?
- A.
Asia
- B.
Africa
- C.
China
- D.
England
Correct Answer
B. AfricaExplanation
The question asks about David's place of origin. The answer "Africa" indicates that David is from the continent of Africa.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How did David's teacher help him?
- A.
She told him to bring in drawings and pictures from Africa to share with his classmates.
- B.
She talked with the principal to try to help David.
- C.
She wrote a letter home to David's mother.
- D.
She spoke with the boys who bothered David.
Correct Answer
A. She told him to bring in drawings and pictures from Africa to share with his classmates.Explanation
The correct answer is "She told him to bring in drawings and pictures from Africa to share with his classmates." This answer is supported by the information provided in the question. It states that David's teacher helped him by suggesting that he bring in drawings and pictures from Africa to share with his classmates. This action would not only allow David to share his experiences and culture with his peers but also potentially foster understanding and appreciation for diversity among the students.Rate this question:
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- 7.
How was life in Africa different from life in the United States.
- A.
In Africa David had more family members.
- B.
In Africa he lived in a hut.
- C.
In Africa David lived in a refugee camp, a place that kept him safe from the dangers of war.
Correct Answer
C. In Africa David lived in a refugee camp, a place that kept him safe from the dangers of war.Explanation
In Africa, David lived in a refugee camp, which provided him with safety from the dangers of war. This suggests that life in Africa was more turbulent and dangerous due to the presence of war. Additionally, the mention of living in a hut implies that living conditions in Africa were more basic and primitive compared to the United States. The statement about having more family members in Africa does not directly relate to the differences between life in Africa and the United States, so it is not relevant to the explanation.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What memory made David laugh?
- A.
Playing hide and go seek with his sister in Africa.
- B.
Kicking a soccer ball into a creek.
- C.
Seeing a frog pop out of the faucet in the sink.
- D.
Playing with his friends.
Correct Answer
C. Seeing a frog pop out of the faucet in the sink.Explanation
David laughed when he saw a frog pop out of the faucet in the sink. This unexpected and unusual event likely caught him by surprise, leading to his laughter.Rate this question:
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- 9.
How do you know that David was happy in the camp?
- A.
He had happy memories of his family and friends.
- B.
They ate rice and beans for every meal.
- C.
His parents didn't have work, so he was able to spend a lot of time with them.
Correct Answer
A. He had happy memories of his family and friends.Explanation
David's happy memories of his family and friends suggest that he was happy in the camp. This indicates that he had positive experiences and relationships with his loved ones, which likely contributed to his overall happiness. The fact that he remembers these happy memories implies that they had a significant impact on him and influenced his emotional state while in the camp.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What was hard about the refugee camp?
- A.
They didn't have enough food.
- B.
They often couldn't go to schoo because it was far away or didn't have teachers.
- C.
Their parents didn't have work.
- D.
All of the above are correct.
Correct Answer
D. All of the above are correct.Explanation
The correct answer is "All of the above are correct." This means that all the statements mentioned in the options are true and contribute to what was hard about the refugee camp. The refugees faced difficulties due to insufficient food, lack of access to education because of distance or lack of teachers, and their parents' unemployment.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What did David think he was lucky to have in the United States?
- A.
Electricity
- B.
His father has a job.
- C.
They may get a car and a computer, and David has a bed to sleep in.
- D.
All of the above are correct.
Correct Answer
D. All of the above are correct.Explanation
David thought he was lucky to have electricity in the United States because it is a basic necessity that many people in other parts of the world do not have access to. Additionally, he believed that his father having a job was fortunate because it provided financial stability for the family. Furthermore, the possibility of getting a car and a computer, as well as having a bed to sleep in, were seen as luxuries that David considered himself fortunate to have in the United States.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What did David do to help his classmates understand?
- A.
He brought his mother in to talk about Africa.
- B.
He wrote a letter to his classmates asking them to be kinder to him.
- C.
He presented information about his life in Africa.
Correct Answer
C. He presented information about his life in Africa.Explanation
David helped his classmates understand by presenting information about his life in Africa. This implies that he shared details, stories, or facts about his experiences in Africa, which would have provided his classmates with a better understanding of his background and culture.Rate this question:
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