Writing an Informative Essay Comparing Two Periods of Time — Unit test
Question 2 • Language Arts 8 - ELA3008 IC
Read the student draft about The Land, Part 3.In part 3 of The Land by Mildred D. Taylor, Paul learns that he will study carpentry in the fall, while Robert will attend a boys’ school. Paul is concerned that these plans will threaten his closeness to his brother. He says, "We knew, too, our daddy figured sending us off to school was what was best; still I couldn't help but feel something was being wedged between Robert and me.”
Answer
A
Paul has no interest in carpentry, and he questions his father’s choice.
B
Paul longs to attend the boys’ school with Robert in the fall.
C
Paul loves his father and trusts his judgment, even in troubled times.
D
Paul fears that his father’s plans suggest a future without his brother.
Explanation
Paul understands that his father believes sending the boys to school is best, but he still worries that their different paths will separate them. The phrase “something was being wedged between Robert and me” shows that Paul fears a future in which he is no longer as close to his brother. This supports choice D, not a claim that Paul rejects carpentry or doubts his father’s judgment.
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