Night Of The Twisters- Final Exam

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    Dan brother was extraordinarily fond of his little brother at the beginning of the story.

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  • 2. 

    Which of the following best describes the main conflict in the story Night of the Twisters?

    • Dan Hatch despises his little brother Ryan

    • Several tornadoes have hit the town of Grand Island, Nebraska

    • Dan and Arthur are stuck in the basement of Dan's house and can't get out.

    Correct Answer
    A. Several tornadoes have hit the town of Grand Island, Nebraska
    Explanation
    The main conflict in the story "Night of the Twisters" is that several tornadoes have hit the town of Grand Island, Nebraska. This conflict creates a dangerous and chaotic situation for the characters in the story, as they must navigate the destruction and try to survive the tornadoes. The tornadoes cause a sense of fear, panic, and uncertainty, as the characters are faced with the challenge of finding safety and protecting themselves from the destructive forces of nature.

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  • 3. 

    June 4th, the NIght of the Twisters, would be considered a red letter day.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that June 4th is considered a red letter day because of the Night of the Twisters. However, the correct answer is False, indicating that June 4th is not considered a red letter day. The explanation for this could be that the Night of the Twisters, although significant, does not hold enough importance to be classified as a red letter day.

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  • 4. 

    Which of the following does not describe Dan Hatch?

    • He was an only child until Ryan and has a hard time accepting the changes his brother has brought to the house

    • Dan has a crush on Ronnie Vae

    • Dan is a loyal and faithful friend to Arthur

    Correct Answer
    A. Dan has a crush on Ronnie Vae
    Explanation
    Dan Hatch does not have a crush on Ronnie Vae. The other statements describe him accurately, mentioning his difficulty in accepting the changes brought by his brother and his loyalty and faithfulness as a friend to Arthur.

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  • 5. 

    Which of the following best describes Arthurs personality?

    • He is a husky boy

    • He has six sisters

    • He is a loving son and a good friend

    Correct Answer
    A. He is a loving son and a good friend
    Explanation
    The given options provide information about Arthur's physical appearance, family background, and his personality traits. However, the statement "He is a loving son and a good friend" directly describes Arthur's personality by highlighting his caring nature and ability to maintain strong friendships. This option is the best choice as it focuses on Arthur's character rather than superficial details.

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  • 6. 

    Which of the following is not a main character?

    • Arthur

    • Dan

    • Stacey

    • Mom

    Correct Answer
    A. Mom
    Explanation
    Mom is not a main character because the question asks for a character who is not a main character. The other options, Arthur, Dan, and Stacey, are not mentioned as main characters, so it is implied that they are main characters. Therefore, Mom is the correct answer as she is not mentioned as a main character.

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  • 7. 

    Which of the following best describes the setting of the story?

    • 1980's

    • 1990's, Grand Island, Nebraska,

    • 1980's, Grand Island, Nebraska

    • Nebraska

    Correct Answer
    A. 1980's, Grand Island, Nebraska
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1980's, Grand Island, Nebraska. This answer best describes the specific time period and location where the story is set. It indicates that the events of the story take place in the 1980's and specifically in Grand Island, Nebraska. This information helps to provide context and setting for the story.

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  • 8. 

    Mrs. Hatch left the boys alone to go check on Mrs. Smiley.  Why wasn't Dan scared at first?   (8 o'clock)

    • He was watching tv and didn't care

    • He didn't hear mom tell them of the storm

    • He had been through dozens of tornado warnings in his lifetime and it was never a big deal.

    Correct Answer
    A. He had been through dozens of tornado warnings in his lifetime and it was never a big deal.
    Explanation
    Dan wasn't scared at first because he had been through dozens of tornado warnings in his lifetime and it was never a big deal.

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  • 9. 

    Arthur's sisters were all named after ____________________.

    • Comic book characters

    • Relatives

    • Characters in romance novels.

    Correct Answer
    A. Characters in romance novels.
    Explanation
    This answer suggests that Arthur's sisters were named after characters in romance novels. This implies that their names were chosen based on the names of characters from romantic stories or novels.

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  • 10. 

    Which of the following best describes Stacey's character 

    • Motherly

    • Bossy

    • Friendly

    Correct Answer
    A. Motherly
    Explanation
    Stacey's character is described as "motherly" because she displays nurturing and caring qualities towards others, similar to how a mother would care for her children. This suggests that she is protective, loving, and supportive, and she prioritizes the well-being and happiness of those around her.

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  • 11. 

    Would it be a good thing or bad thing to know about a black or red day ahead of time?  Explain your answer in detail.

  • 12. 

    How did Dan's feelings about Ryan change from the beginning of the story to the end?  Cite examples from your story.

  • 13. 

    How do you think this experience has changed Arthur and Dan's friendship?  Use the information provided in the story to support your answer.

  • 14. 

    How did Dan feel about Stacey?  Cite examples from the story.  Do you think his feeling about her changed at the end of the story?  How so?

  • 15. 

    As you know, Ms. Smiley died of natural causes at the end of the story.  Pretend you are Dan or Arthur and write a eulogy (speech in honor of the deceased) about Mrs. Smiley that would be read at her funeral. 

  • 16. 

    Imagine you are Dan Hatch.  What would you have done differently than Dan?

  • 17. 

    Give your honest opinion on this book.  Did you like it?  Dislike it?  What changes would you suggest the author make?

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