Question

1. how would you characterise jim up to this point in the text?

a. unhappy and mechanical
b. bashful and worrisome
c. curious and unashamed
d. cautious and adventurous

1. what is the effect of the whimsical language used in the carnival flyer?

a. it creates curiosity about the carnival in both the reader and the main characters.
b. it alerts will that there could be danger.
c. it signals to the reader that the carnival will be a catalyst for change. not really false
d. it shows how jim is easily influenced by strong language.

1. what does the line “me, thought will, seeing the guillotine flash, the egyptian mirrors unfold accordions of light, and the sulfur - skinned devil - man sipping lava, like gunpowder tea,” reveal about will?

a. he too is interested in the carnival yet does not want to say it outwardly.
b. he wants to preserve his dignity.
c. he does not want jim to be interested in the carnival.
d. he is ashamed of liking carnivals.

Explanation:

1. Based on the text - analysis of Jim's traits, if he shows eagerness and lack of shyness, he can be considered curious and unashamed.
2. Whimsical language in a carnival flyer is likely to pique the interest of both the reader and characters in the story.
3. The vivid description of carnival elements in Will's thoughts implies his interest, but he doesn't express it outwardly.

Answer:

1. C. Curious and unashamed
2. A. It creates curiosity about the carnival in both the reader and the main characters.
3. A. He too is interested in the carnival yet does not want to say it outwardly.