The Dead and the Gone by Susan Beth Pfeffer Test and Answer Key
This summative assessment measures reading comprehension of The Dead and The Gone by Susan Beth Pfeffer, the sequel to Life As We Knew It. It also assesses a student's ability to write claims in an analysis of the text and its characters using valid reasoning and sufficient evidence. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.) A breakdown of content follows.
Part 1. Character Identification. This matching section features 20 total questions, all of which pertain to the characters of Alex, Briana, Julie, Carlos, Mami, Papi, Uncle Jimmy, Aunt Lorraine, Kevin, Chris, Father Franco, Father Mulrooney, Sister Rita, and Harvey. More specifically, the following details and plot points are addressed in this section:
Familial relationships
Professional backgrounds
Friendships
Personal hobbies and interests
Heroism in the face of conflict
Major life changes
Physical challenges
External conflicts
Internal conflict
And more
Part 2. Plot Recall. This multiple choice section features 12 total questions. Students must demonstrate that they recall key incidents that occurred throughout the novel. Specifically, the following are addressed:
Setting
A promise Briana wants Alex to make
Student participation in welfare programs
Julie's new passion for gardening
Natural disasters and their impact nationally
The darkest side of the city's black market
Body shopping
Briana's severe medical condition
Lottery tickets
Kevin's death
The quarantine and its impact on the siblings' escape plans
Christmas
Part 3. Literary Term Application. In this multiple choice section featuring 8 total questions, students will be presented with a textual detail that relates to a common literary device, such as foreshadowing, symbolism, metaphor, simile, antagonist, static character, dynamic character, dramatic irony, irony of result, theme, personification, complication, and more. Students must match the appropriate literary device to the given detail.
Part 4. Essay Writing. Students must choose one of two prompts and write a thoughtful analysis of a character who demonstrates either the character trait of adaptability or perseverance. The student must use sufficient and compelling textual evidence to support their claims and may choose to relay personal anecdotes within their response.
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This summative assessment measures reading comprehension of The Dead and The Gone by Susan Beth Pfeffer, the sequel to Life As We Knew It. It also assesses a student's ability to write claims in an analysis of the text and its characters using valid reasoning and sufficient evidence. An answer key is included.
