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Creating a Text Trailer — Unit test

Question 1 • Language Arts 8 - ELA3008 IC

Read this excerpt from The Diary of Anne Frank.Anne. (Pulling out a pasteboard-bound book) A diary! (She throws her arms around her father) I've never had a diary. And I've always longed for one. (She looks around the room) Pencil, pencil, pencil, pencil. (She starts down the stairs) I'm going down to the office to get a pencil.Mr. Frank. Anne! No! (He goes after her, catching her by the arm and pulling her back.)Anne. (Startled) But there's no one in the building now.Mr. Frank. It doesn't matter. I don't want you ever to go beyond that door.Anne. (Sobered) Never . . . ? Not even at nighttime, when everyone is gone? Or on Sundays? Can't I go down to listen to the radio?Mr. Frank. Never. I am sorry, Anneke. It isn't safe. No, you must never go beyond that door.

Answer
A
Slow and steady music would be most appropriate because the scene shows the main character reaching an important realization.
B
Light and happy music would be most appropriate because the scene shows the main character receiving a treasured gift.
C
Ominous and scary music would be most appropriate because the scene shows the main character facing immediate danger.
D
Fast-paced and exciting music would be most appropriate because the scene shows the main character taking action.

Explanation

Anne begins excitedly about receiving a diary, but her father’s firm warning makes her understand how serious and restrictive their situation is. Slow, steady music would fit that important realization. Light, happy music would focus only on the gift, while the scene does not show immediate danger or fast-paced action.

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