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Why does Pamela yell “Ouch”? 

  • James clips her by mistake.

  • She is upset with her brother.

  • She pokes herself while sewing.

  • Her mother has stopped suddenly.

What is the purpose of the dash in paragraph 4 of this selection?

  • to introduce a list

  • to show an interrupted thought

  • to develop an idea with more details

  • to present a contrasting viewpoint

James says “Just call me the next hotshot designer!” (paragraph 8) because he

  • is inspired to become a designer.

  • designed Pamela’s dress.

  • is making fun of his sewing skills.

  • enjoys lecturing his sister.

When Mrs. Baker calls James an “innovative designer” (paragraph 11), she means he has done something 

  • skillful.

  • unexpected.

  • helpful.

  • beneficial.

Which of the following occurred before the events in this selection?

  • James learned how to sew.

  • Pamela modelled her dress.

  • Mrs. Baker parked the car.

  • Pamela chose a dress style.

Solution
Question 1

Why does Pamela yell “Ouch”? 

She pokes herself while sewing.

Question 2

What is the purpose of the dash in paragraph 4 of this selection?

to show an interrupted thought

Question 3

James says “Just call me the next hotshot designer!” (paragraph 8) because he

is making fun of his sewing skills.

Question 4

When Mrs. Baker calls James an “innovative designer” (paragraph 11), she means he has done something 

unexpected.

Question 5

Which of the following occurred before the events in this selection?

Pamela chose a dress style.