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- 1. Multiple Choice
"The Cafe" highlights which traditional theme of a person's journey to adulthood?
the hope for success
the quest for understanding
the need for courage
the desire to cooperate
- 2. Multiple Choice
Based on Wil’s observations, why are the farmers most likely smiling in this story?
Their spring planting is finished.
Their crops have been successful.
They are happy to see one another.
They are masking their true feelings.
- 3. Multiple Choice
Which universal theme is present in the passage?
the preservation of traditions
the struggle of the common man
the pursuit of individual freedom
the destruction of the environment
- 4. Multiple Choice
What does Paragraph 11 reveal about Wil?
He has gained a deeper understanding about farming.
He is pleased that what he learned in history class is true.
He is disappointed that he has to leave the café.
He has decided to learn more about farming.
- 5. Multiple Choice
What does the narrator’s description in Paragraph 10 reveal about Marge and Susan?
They lack a sense of humor.
They are trying to control their reactions.
They recognize the seriousness of the farmers’ situation.
They are angry that the farmers are dominating the conversation.
- 6. Multiple Choice
What does Paragraph 6 emphasize about the character of the farmers?
their ruthlessness
their dissatisfaction
their strength
their imperfections
- 7. Multiple Choice
What is the main idea of the passage?
Farmers must confront challenging circumstances in order to survive.
Farmers need topsoil and rain in order to produce successful crops.
New ways of farming will improve crop production.
Farming brings people closer to nature.
- 8. Multiple Choice
Which statement best expresses a theme in the passage?
Cooperation and community are essential to success.
Farming is more challenging and unpredictable than people realize.
Real life experience is the best teacher.
A good education is required for modern farmers to succeed.
- 9. Multiple Choice
What does the conversation Wil overhears reveal about the farmers?
They are resigned to their fate.
They are plotting new strategies.
They are fearful about the future.
They are content with their situation.
- 10. Multiple Choice
Read these sentences from Paragraph 4.
I knew all that. Or maybe I didn’t know it, but I heard all of that.
What do the sentences reveal about Wil?
He is confused about different aspects of farming.
He has information but does not understand its significance.
He has learned the principles of farming but has forgotten them.
He is indifferent to the plight of the farmers.
- 11. Multiple Choice
In Paragraph 8, what do the farmer’s words suggest about his future?
He will no longer pursue farming.
He will experiment with new crops.
He will continue to be optimistic about farming.
He will not cooperate with the other farmers.
- 12. Multiple Choice
Which of these is not suggested by the words and actions of the farmers?
a desire to leave the local community
the ability to be strong yet gentle
the tendency to smile despite disappointment
a desire to discuss their situation
- 13. Multiple Choice
Which event in the passage most clearly supports the theme?
Wil observes the farmers’ strong hands.
Wil recalls textbook readings about farming.
Wil talks with Susan in the café.
Wil watches Marge pour coffee.
- 14. Multiple Choice
How does the setting relate to the development of the theme in the passage?
It is the place where the farmers reveal their concerns about farming.
It provides a place in which to share secret plans.
It is an example of a business that is important to farmers.
It reflects the farmers’ desire for a quiet, solitary life.
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