Question

read the text and answer the questions.
day 17; theme
youve probably heard the saying \the early bird gets
the worm.\ i never really understood the meaning. who
would want a worm? but, a week ago i experienced it,
my friend juan and i found out that our favorite band
was playing a free concert in town square. we made a
plan to show up at 10 am. the concert would begin at 6
pm. our goal was front row seats. juan brought snacks
and i brought blankets. we were the first ones there, had
an amazing time hanging out all day in the sun, and got
front row seats. we were the early birds and got the
\worm\ front row seats!

1. why did the author include the saying \the early

bird gets the worm?\
a to teach the reader about birds.
b to let the reader make a connection between the
saying and characters experience.
c to let the reader come to their own conclusion.
d to teach the reader a lesson.

1. which answer best fits with the theme of the story?

a its important to arrive at a concert early.
b make sure you show up early.
c always plan to arrive early.
d if you plan ahead and arrive early you will be at
an advantage.

Explanation:

• For 33: The author shares their experience (arriving early for the concert and getting front - row seats) right after mentioning the saying. This shows that the purpose is to connect the common saying with their personal experience.
• For 34: The story shows that they planned (made a plan to show up at 10 am) and arrived early (were the first ones there), which gave them an advantage (got front - row seats). Option D encompasses both planning ahead and the resulting advantage, which is in line with the story's theme.

Answer:

1. B. To let the reader make a connection between the saying and character’s experience.
2. D. If you plan ahead and arrive early you will be at an advantage.