7th Grade ELA – Post-test Assessment 1 – Redo

Question 1 of 10

1. Question

Part A

How do the dragons’ actions contribute to the development of the theme of the folktale?

A. Their playfulness shows that appearances can be misleading when making character judgments.
B. Their willingness to disobey the Jade Emperor shows that sacrifice is often needed for the good of others.
C. Their reliability shows that respecting one’s elders and following instructions are necessary for a successful society.
D. Their respect for the Jade Emperor shows that children can learn much from their ancestors about historical events.

Question 2 of 10

2. Question

Part B

Which two paragraphs from the folktale support the answer to Part A?

A. Paragraph 1
B. Paragraph 8
C. Paragraph 13
D. Paragraph 18
E. Paragraph 23
F. Paragraph 27

Question 3 of 10

3. Question

Part A

How does the description of the people in paragraph 4 help shape the plot of the folktale?

A. By illustrating their customs and beliefs.
B. By spurring the dragons to take action.
C. By providing context for the dragons’ mystical powers.
D. By emphasizing the concern they have for each other.

Question 4 of 10

4. Question

Part B

Which additional detail helps shape the plot in a similar way as the description in paragraph 4?

A. The dragons’ visit to the Jade Emperor.
B. The celebration of the people when rain fell.
C. The Jade Emporer’s lack of response to the people’s need.
D. The Mountain God’s actions toward the dragons.

Question 5 of 10

5. Question

Part A

As used in paragraph 19, what is the meaning of the word resolutely?

A. Acting with determination.
B. Hesitating to act.
C. Producing results.
D. Proceeding cautiously.

Question 6 of 10

6. Question

Part B

Which quotation most helps the reader understand the meaning of resolutely?

A. “‘Look, is there not plenty of water in the sea where we live?’” (paragraph 16)
B. “‘We should scoop it up and spray it towards the sky.’” (paragraph 16)
C. “‘Good idea!’ said the others as they clapped their hands.” (paragraph 17)
D. “‘Then let’s begin. We will never regret it,’ said Long Dragon.” (paragraph 20)

Question 7 of 10

7. Question

Part A

In the folktale, how do the dragons most impact the resolution of the plot?

A. By providing rain for the people.
B. By becoming imprisoned in mountains.
C. By creating a permanent water supply.
D. By angering the god of the sea.

Question 8 of 10

8. Question

Which detail from the folktale best supports the answer to Part A?

A. “‘The water will be like rain drops and come down to save the people . . . .’” (paragraph 16)
B. “. . . discovered these events and reported to the Jade Emperor.” (paragraph 23)
C. “‘Go and get four mountains to lay upon them . . . .’” (paragraph 26)
D. “. . . they turned themselves into four rivers . . . .” (paragraph 27)

Question 9 of 10

9. Question

Part A

Which difference in attitudes between the Jade Emperor and the dragons influences events later in the folktale?

A. The Jade Emperor is amused by the needs of the people, and the dragons are annoyed.
B. The Jade Emperor is angered by the needs of the people, and the dragons are pleased.
C. The Jade Emperor is indifferent about the needs of the people, and the dragons are concerned.
D. The Jade Emperor is upset about the needs of the people, and the dragons are worried.

Question 10 of 10

10. Question

Part B

Which paragraphs provide evidence to support the answer to Part A?

A. Paragraphs 2−3
B. Paragraphs 5-6
C. Paragraphs 11-12
D. Paragraphs 22-23