Uncle Septimus's Beard Tale Quiz!

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    Why did Aunt Rachel like Uncle Septimus's beard?

    • She never knew a man with a beard before
    • Uncle Septimus had always had a beard
    • The beard is soft to the touch and pretty
    • The beard sweeps the floor for her
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Uncle Septimus's Beard Tale Quiz assesses comprehension of a whimsical tall tale. It tests understanding of literary devices like hyperbole and visualization skills, enhancing engagement and analytical abilities in literature.

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  • 2. 

    In the sentence below, what does the vocabulary word inspiration mean based on context clues? "So maybe this imposing image, recalled so vividly by Aunt Rachel, was the inspiration for Uncle Septimus's decision."

    • An action that unites you

    • Something that motivates you

    • A place that makes you feel happy

    • Something that reminds you of someone

    Correct Answer
    A. Something that motivates you
    Explanation
    Based on the context clues provided in the sentence, the word "inspiration" refers to something that motivates you. The sentence mentions an imposing image that Aunt Rachel vividly recalls, which suggests that this image served as motivation for Uncle Septimus's decision.

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  • 3. 

    In the selection, which detail is an example of a hyperbole?

    • His beard would unwind for over an hour.

    • Everyone in town calls Septimus "Uncle."

    • Uncle Septimus goes fishing with his sons.

    • Townspeople think Uncle Septimus is kind.

    Correct Answer
    A. His beard would unwind for over an hour.
    Explanation
    The detail "His beard would unwind for over an hour" is an example of a hyperbole because it exaggerates the length of time it takes for his beard to unwind. It suggests that his beard is extremely long and unruly, emphasizing the exaggeration for dramatic effect.

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  • 4. 

    Based on the the sentence starting on line 87, what caused the sons to build a windlass for Uncle Septimus?

    • Animals on the farm keep building nests in the beard.

    • Neighborhood children use his beard to jump rope.

    • Uncle Septimus is tangled in his beard for three days.

    • Aunt Rachel keeps tripping over the beard in the house.

    Correct Answer
    A. Uncle Septimus is tangled in his beard for three days.
  • 5. 

    Which excerpt best helps you visualize the way Uncle Septimus's beard looks when he uses it to fish?

    • “Uncle Septimus went fishing at the creek with his sons”

    • “the whole mass was quivering underwater like seaweed”

    • “Uncle Septimus sat still for several minutes, and then the sons waded into the creek”

    • “Uncle Septimus gave a fish fry for the whole community”

    Correct Answer
    A. “the whole mass was quivering underwater like seaweed”
    Explanation
    The excerpt "the whole mass was quivering underwater like seaweed" best helps visualize the way Uncle Septimus's beard looks when he uses it to fish because it compares the movement of his beard to the quivering motion of seaweed underwater. This description suggests that Uncle Septimus's beard is long and flowing, similar to the way seaweed moves in water.

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  • 6. 

    In the resolution of this selection, Uncle Septimus is unable to hear his family calling him because

    • The wind is blowing too hard

    • His beard has piled behind the fence

    • His beard is swishing back and forth

    • The windlass is making too much noise

    Correct Answer
    A. The wind is blowing too hard
    Explanation
    Uncle Septimus is unable to hear his family calling him because the wind is blowing too hard. The strong wind creates a loud noise that overpowers any other sounds, including the voices of his family members calling him. This makes it difficult for Uncle Septimus to hear them and respond to their calls.

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  • 7. 

    Based on the sentence below from paragraph 1, what does the vocabulary word imposing mean? "So maybe this imposing image, recalled so vividly by Aunt Rachel, was the inspiration for Uncle Septimus's decision."

    • Dangerous

    • Unique

    • Impressive

    • Hidden

    Correct Answer
    A. Impressive
    Explanation
    The word "imposing" means impressive in this context. The sentence suggests that the image being referred to made a strong and lasting impression on Aunt Rachel, which implies that it was remarkable or awe-inspiring in some way.

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  • 8. 

    In the sentence below, what does the vocabulary word assert mean? "Other people assert that what we take to be Spanish moss hanging on the oaks in southern Georgia and northern Florida may really be pieces of Uncle Septimus's beard."

    • State something confidently

    • Think about something often

    • Make something quickly

    • Stop something entirely

    Correct Answer
    A. State something confidently
    Explanation
    The word "assert" means to state something confidently. In the given sentence, it suggests that there are people who confidently claim that what is believed to be Spanish moss hanging on the oaks in southern Georgia and northern Florida might actually be pieces of Uncle Septimus's beard.

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  • 9. 

    Which statement is an example of a hyperbole that is characteristic of a tall tale?

    • Uncle Septimus washes his beard every evening to get rid of the dust.

    • Uncle Septimus had difficulty hunting when his beard was long.

    • Uncle Septimus tucks his beard under the bib of his overalls.

    • A tornado chokes on Uncle Septimus's beard and is destroyed.

    Correct Answer
    A. A tornado chokes on Uncle Septimus's beard and is destroyed.
    Explanation
    The answer is an example of a hyperbole because it exaggerates the idea of Uncle Septimus's beard being so large and powerful that it can actually choke a tornado and destroy it. This statement goes beyond what is possible in reality and is a characteristic of a tall tale, which often includes exaggerated and fantastical elements.

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  • 10. 

    Based on the sentence below starting on line 87, what does the vocabulary word incident mean? "After that incident, Septimus's sons rigged up a windlass and wrapped the beard around it."

    • A sudden thought

    • A fresh idea

    • An unexpected result

    • A single event

    Correct Answer
    A. A single event
    Explanation
    The word "incident" in this context refers to a single event that occurred. This event prompted Septimus's sons to take action and rig up a windlass and wrap the beard around it. It suggests that something specific and noteworthy happened, rather than a series of thoughts, ideas, or results.

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