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"The Witch of Blackbird Pond," Ch. 1-5 Reading Check

Quiz by Amanda Lloyd

Grade 7
English Language Arts
Alabama Course of Study Standards

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Grade 7
English Language Arts
Alabama Course of Study Standards

RL.7.9
RL.7.1
L.7.40
RL.7.6
L.7.41
RL.7.8
RI.7.13

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  • Q1
    Which is the setting of the story?
    Chicago, Illinois, 1776
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Colony, 1701
    Salem, Massachusetts, 1692
    Wethersfield, Connecticut Colony, 1687
    45s
    RL.7.9
  • Q2
    What negative effect occurred because Kit helped a little girl?
    Kit almost drowned.
    The girl's mother became jealous of the attention.
    Kit's actions made the others suspicious of her.
    The girl became frightened of Kit.
    45s
    RL.7.1
  • Q3
    What is ironic about the Puritan water test?
    If the person stays afloat, they are accused of lying. If they sink, they are without sin.
    All Puritans must pass swimming tests, but the water is very cold.
    All Puritans must pass swimming tests, but none enjoy swimming.
    If the person stays afloat they are accused of witchcraft. If they sink, they drown.
    45s
    RL.7.1
  • Q4
    What did John Holbrook's warning foreshadow?
    Kit's new role with the church
    Kit's unwelcome reception
    Kit's warm welcome from the community
    Kit's new friendship with Mercy
    45s
    RL.7.1
  • Q5
    "There was some spark in that small frame that refused to be quenched." To whom is this quote referring, and what does it mean?
    Kit's spirit is going to be changed by living in the community.
    Kit will learn to control her impulsive personality.
    Prudence will never be able to stand up for herself.
    A spirit of rebellion and liveliness can be seen in Prudence.
    45s
    RL.7.1
  • Q6
    Which BEST reveals Captain Eaton and his son's point of view about slavery?
    They feel bad about having to use their ship to transport slaves.
    They refuse to transport slaves despite the economic benefits.
    They believe in making a profit by using their ship to transport slaves.
    They refuse to transport any passenger who owns slaves
    45s
    RL.7.1
  • Q7
    John Holbrook was shocked that Kit's grandfather let her read _______________________.
    the Bible
    plays
    nursery rhymes
    political essays
    45s
    RL.7.1
  • Q8
    Which character is known for having a sweet nature (personality)?
    Judith
    Kit
    Mercy
    Rachel
    45s
    RL.7.1
  • Q9
    Which character do you suppose will resent Kit and become jealous of her?
    Judith
    Mercy
    Rachel
    Matthew
    45s
    RL.7.1
  • Q10
    What happened to grandfather's money?
    He left all of it to Kit and she foolishly spent it.
    His overseer stole it, and Kit had to pay back her grandfather's debts.
    It was left in a will to Matthew, because women couldn't have property at that time.
    It was given to charity for those who were suffering after England's civil war.
    45s
    RL.7.1
  • Q11
    Why didn't Kit let her relatives know that she was coming?
    She was afraid they would tell her not to come.
    She never learned how to write in Barbados.
    She didn't have any money to purchase a postage stamp.
    She thought it would be a wonderful surprise.
    45s
    RL.7.1
  • Q12
    What is the conflict of the novel?
    A girl came to America to find a new life.
    Judith needs to learn how to be kind to Kit.
    Kit must learn how to keep her independent spirit without acting impulsively.
    Mercy needs a good friend like Kit because she is sad and spends a lot of time alone.
    45s
    RL.7.1
  • Q13
    "Just as soon as she's built up the fire and made gruel and tidied the whole cabin. With more than a day's work (waiting) here at home." Which figurative language device is being used here?
    personification
    simile
    metaphor
    onomatopoeia
    45s
    L.7.40
  • Q14
    Which additional motive (reason) to leave Barbados was revealed when Kit and Mercy were carding?
    Kit was supposed to go to jail for not paying her taxes.
    A so-called friend of Kit accused her of witchcraft.
    A friend of Kit's grandfather expected Kit to marry him.
    Kit was interested in making extra money.
    45s
    RL.7.1
  • Q15
    Which act revealed a softer side of Matthew's personality?
    He allowed Mercy to keep the shawl.
    He hired a servant for Rachel.
    He took Kit shopping for new clothes.
    He let Judith date William.
    45s
    RL.7.6

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