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Clara is best characterized in this excerpt when the author uses the words of her parents to show that Clara is stubborn.
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In this excerpt, the author uses words to characterize David Barton as a man who is daring like his sister.
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Based on the words used to characterize Clara in this excerpt, the author reveals that she is determined, organized, and level-headed.
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From this excerpt, it can be inferred that Clara’s mother was also daring as a young girl.
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In this excerpt, the author characterizes Clara’s actions to reveal that Clara is unwavering in her goal to help heal David.
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In order for a fictionalized story to be based on real events, the author should include historical material.
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This excerpt indicates that the setting is a busy and treacherous place.
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This passage would be most appropriate as source material for a story about a doctor who tracks and treats the outbreak of a virus.
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Based on the descriptive details of the setting, it can be inferred that the pond was revered when it froze over.
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The author chose to provide this fictional account of Clara Barton, who was a real person, to interpret and share real events, bring Barton to life through descriptive detail and dialogue, add details, such as characters’ thoughts and feelings, to the story since some of these details are not known, and engage the reader by sharing a point of view about the topic.
Read the excerpt from "Clara Barton’s Childhood.”
Meanwhile, her family whispered to each other.
"It’s not good for her to be locked away in that room so much,” her mother would say.
"I’ve tried to encourage her to leave, to ride the horses or visit the animals in the barn,” her father explained, "but she refuses to leave David’s side.”
Clara is best characterized in this excerpt when the author uses the
actions of her parents to show that Clara is determined.
thoughts of her parents to show that she is angry with her family.
words of her parents to show that they think Clara is foolish..
words of her parents to show that Clara is stubborn.
2. Read the excerpt from "Clara Barton’s Childhood.”
Hiding her fear, the five-year-old took her first unsanctioned lesson on one of the beautiful colts which were a feature of her father's farm.
Together in the pasture, the pair approached a couple of those beautiful grazing creatures, broken only to the halter and bit. David bridled both horses and, holding the reins of both bridles in one hand, threw Clara on the back of one colt.
She nearly bounced off the horse. Already aloft on his colt, David swiftly reached down, catching her foot, and pushing her back into place.
"Hold the reins in one hand and twist your other hand in the mane!” he called, and with that advice, her lesson was complete. Horse and rider as one, they galloped away through the field, in and out among the other colts, in wild glee.
In this excerpt, the author uses words to characterize David Barton as a man who
is resentful of teaching his sister.
is only happy when riding horses.
is daring like his sister.
is hoping to see Clara fall.
3. Read the excerpt from "Clara Barton’s Childhood.”
Clara quickly tidied the sick-room, ensuring that her patient had everything he needed to speed his recovery. Blankets were folded neatly at the foot of the bed. The curtains were closed, and David’s medicine was stored neatly on the bedside table.
"What have we here?” the doctor said when he returned to find that the eleven-year-old he had earlier reprimanded was now fully in charge of his patient.
Yet, he couldn’t ignore the peaceful room or the young nurse who was so clear-minded and ready to obey his slightest order. When she begged him to let her take care of her brother, he gave his hearty permission, and Clara had won her way.
Based on the words used to characterize Clara in this excerpt, what does the author reveal about her? Select three answers.
Clara was argumentative.
Clara was determined.
Clara was organized.
Clara was level-headed.
Clara was nervous.
4. Read the excerpt from "Clara Barton’s Childhood.”
Clara put on the skates and was linked with a scarf to one of the boys. Faster and faster they skated, until they hit a patch of jagged ice and down she went!
She tried for days to hide the cuts on her knees, but was eventually found out by her mother. Her mother soothed her as she cleaned and dressed the wounds, telling her,
"I once persisted in riding a high mettled unbroken horse in opposition to my father’s commands, and was thrown from the horse.”
What can be inferred from this excerpt?
Clara’s mother was also daring as a young girl.
Clara’s mother was angry at Clara for ice skating.
Clara blamed the boys for her injuries.
Clara’s mother blamed the boys for her injuries.
5. Read the excerpt from "Clara Barton’s Childhood.”
From that time on, through long months, she was the member of the family whose entire thought and care was centered around her brother. David was very sick for such a long time that it seemed as if he could never rally.
Hour after hour, and day after day, she sat by his bedside, his thin hand clasped in her strong one.
"Will I ever get better?” he would ask, sometimes several times a day.
She practically shut herself up in that sick-room for two whole years.
In this excerpt, the author characterizes Clara’s actions to reveal that Clara
is afraid that David will not survive.
is unwavering in her goal to help heal David.
dislikes acting as David’s nurse.
wants credit for taking over David’s care.
6. In order for a fictionalized story to be based on real events, the author should include
characters with strong feelings.
historical material.
a narrator.
dialogue.
7. Read the excerpt from "Clara Barton’s Childhood.”
Her warning was not heeded. Up went the sure-footed athlete until he had almost reached the topmost peak of the barn. Crash! a board gave way under his feet, and down to the ground he was hurled, landing on his back on a pile of heavy boards. Limp and lifeless he lay there, a strange contrast to the vigorous young man who had climbed up the building only a few moments earlier. The accident seemed to paralyze the faculties of those who saw it happen. It was not the builders or the older persons present who spoke first, but small, dark-eyed, determined Clara.
What does this excerpt indicate about the setting?
The setting is a pleasant and exciting place.
The setting is a quiet and peaceful place.
The setting is a busy and treacherous place.
The setting is a safe place for children.
8. Read the excerpt from an interview.
Reporter: I’m standing here today with Dr. Kira Klein, director of the International Foundation for the Study of Viruses. Dr. Klein, what do you think of the recent report from the Center for Disease Control on the likelihood of a flu epidemic?
Dr. Klein: With so many new flu viruses popping up each year, and with the prevalence of international travel, I have to agree that an international flu epidemic is a real possibility.
For which fictionalized story would this passage be most appropriate as source material?
a story about a spunky young woman who decides to become a doctor
a story about a doctor who tracks and treats the outbreak of a virus
a story about a reporter who decides to become a doctor after an interview
a story about a young man who catches a virus and visits his doctor
9. Read the excerpt from "Clara Barton’s Childhood.”
There was, directly in front of the house, a small, circular, natural pond, fed by springs in the bottom and surrounded by a circle of hills forming a basin in which the little pond basked and slept through the summer, welcoming visitors who wished to escape the summer heat. But in winter it became a thing of beauty and a joy forever to the skater. From its sheltered position it froze smooth, even, and dazzling, and had no danger spots.
Based on the descriptive details of the setting, what can be inferred about the pond?
It was only visited in the winter.
It was the only source of water.
It was revered when it froze over.
It was only visited in the summer.
10. Read the excerpt from "Clara Barton’s Childhood.”
When playing with cousins, running from feisty livestock, or taking part in anything that didn’t involve conversation, Clara was a champion. But her most marked characteristic around others, then and for many years afterward, was her excessive shyness. Rather than conversing, Clara turned her attention to out-of-door matters and found more than one opportunity for daring feats.
First, with shining eyes and bated breath, she learned to cross the little winding French river on teetering logs at its most dangerous depths. When this sport grew tame, she made her way to the local sawmill where she delighted to ride the carriage which conveyed the logs to the old-fashioned up-and-down saw. The carriage moved very slowly when it was going forward and the saw was eating its laborious way through the log, but it came back with violent rapidity. Now, that little girl, who remembered nothing but fear of her earliest childhood, was happy when she flaunted her courage in the face of her natural timidity riding the sawmill carriage.
Why did the author choose to provide this fictional account of Clara Barton, who was a real person? Select four answers.
to interpret and share real events
to bring Barton to life through descriptive detail and dialogue
to make the account of Barton’s life more interesting than it actually was
to add details, such as characters’ thoughts and feelings, to the story since some of these details are not known
to engage the reader by sharing a point of view about the topic
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One guy saying "But we dont need the red cross. there will never be another war here."
The other guy syaing "The red cross could also help victims of natural disasters like floods and hurricanes."
Study the frame from the comic strip, then use the drop-down menus to answer the questions.
What does the text in the frame tell about?
CHOOSE ONE
Clara’s plans
her supporters
the setting
What does the image in the frame show?
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what conditions are like in flooded areas
Clara arguing with an audience member
what events will happen next
What is the purpose of this frame?
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to convince readers to become speakers
to show how Clara convinced others
to explain how a person becomes a nurse
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What does the text in the frame tell about?
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her supporters -
What does the image in the frame show?
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What is the purpose of this frame?
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to show how Clara convinced others
✔ Clara’s plans
What does the image in the frame show?
✔ Clara arguing with an audience member
What is the purpose of this frame?
✔ to show how Clara convinced others
Which best describes the author’s overall purpose in Clara Barton: Angel of the Battlefield, a comic strip version of Clara Barton’s story?
to entertain readers with one exciting moment from Barton’s life
to inform readers about how Barton created the American Red Cross
to uncover the secrets of the International Red Cross
to persuade readers not to help others who are in need
The best description of the author’s overall purpose in "Clara Barton: Angel of the Battlefield," a comic strip version of Clara Barton’s story, is to inform readers about how Barton created the American Red Cross.
What can be learned about the Grand Duchess of Germany from the text in this frame?
CHOOSE ONE
She is worried about Clara.
She is inspired by Clara’s actions.
She is thankful for Clara’s help.
What can be learned from Barton’s expression?
CHOOOSE ONE
She is happy to be recognized.
She is embarrassed about the award.
She is surprised the Grand Duchess remembers her.
What is the purpose of this frame?
CHOOSE ONE
to inform readers that Clara was wrong
to persuade readers not to accept rewards
to show readers how much Clara was appreciated
"Even a visit from her friend the grand duchess of germany could not cheer her up."
friend: "i present you the iron cross of germany for your help in our hospitals."
clara: Thank you
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What can be learned about the Grand Duchess of Germany from the text in this frame?
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What can be learned from Barton’s expression?
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What is the purpose of this frame?
CHOOSE ONE
to show readers how much Clara was appreciated.
What is the purpose of these frames?
✔ to show Barton’s determination
How does the author achieve his purpose?
✔ through Barton’s actions and words
In her book A Story of the Red Cross, Barton writes about the trip she took to Galveston to provide aid after the hurricane. Based on what you know of Barton, what are most likely her reasons for writing her memoir? Check all that apply.
to inform readers about Red Cross efforts
to provide travelers with a guidebook to Galveston
to inform readers about reaction to the Red Cross
to persuade readers that helping others is worthwhile
to tell her own story
to entertain readers with funny stories
Based on what you know of Barton, the most likely reasons for writing her memoir are:
- to inform readers about Red Cross efforts
- to inform readers about reaction to the Red Cross
- to persuade readers that helping others is worthwhile
- to tell her own story
–A Story of the Red Cross,
Clara Barton
Use the passage to answer the questions.
Which detail shows Barton’s reflection on the Red Cross’s role in this meeting?
CHOOSE ONE
“...it was a relief to meet persons who had seen such things before.”
“This, of course, we would not do…”
“We were asked not only to act with them...”
What is Barton’s purpose for including the reflection in this passage?
CHOOSE ONE
to show how the Red Cross was there to assist
to show that the city leaders were incapable
to show that the Red Cross wanted control
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Which detail shows Barton’s reflection on the Red Cross’s role in this meeting?
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What is Barton’s purpose for including the reflection in this passage?
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to show how the Red Cross was there to assist.
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