Extreme Environments: reading realistic fiction; The Adventures of Fisher 3
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Problem
Read the passage, then answer the TWO practice questions.
Fisher’s Trip Down Under
I tossed my knapsack onto the hotel room floor and flopped onto the bed.
“Ugh, jetlag,” I groaned. “Can we skip the tour?”
For the past year, Dad and I had been bouncing around the world so he could research his book about living in extreme climates. Our latest stop was Coober Pedy, an Australian mining town and one of the hottest places in the world. Lately, I've felt kind of “meh” about traveling.
“You know why we’re here, Fisher—to learn about how people live in their unique environments. You can’t do that from a hotel room,” Dad said.
I pointed to the jagged stone ceiling.
“Well, I just did. Right on the hotel website, it says the hotel, like most buildings here, is built underground because of the intense desert heat,” I said.
“Okay, smarty, that’s a start,” Dad chuckled. “But facts are only a gateway to the real story. You have to get out to find the real flavor of a place. We could have fun too.”
I didn’t want to upset Dad so I went anyway. That afternoon, we toured a kangaroo orphanage and then went inside the dugout where Ms. Hastings, the town historian, lived. She showed us a picture of the  opal gemstone the area is famous for. I couldn't take my eyes off it.
“That’s amazing,” I said.
She laughed. “You’re not the only one to think that. Miners from more than 50 countries have come to find their fortunes here over the years. Many stayed for good. Any way they could, they made this place home,” she said. “Today, Coober has Chinese and pizza restaurants, olive groves from Greece, and a drive-in movie theater. You’ll have a great time here.”
“Thanks so much for the tour—but I think Fisher wants to get back to the room for a bit,” Dad said.
Dad was wrong though. I had gooey cheese, glittering gems, and more on my mind.
“Dad, let’s—”
“Keep going?”
“Ok, ok, you were right,” I said, with a laugh. “This is much better than staying inside. Let’s get pizza.”
As we set off, Ms. Hastings called, “Make sure to try the emu sausage.”
We made sure we did. And for the next few days, I “tasted” as many flavors of Coober Pedy as I possibly could.
Practice Questions
This question has two parts. Answer Part A, then Part B.
Part A
Read the sentence.
“Ugh, jetlag,” I groaned. “Can we skip the tour?”
Why is it important for the author to add this dialogue?
Choose 1 answer:
Choose 1 answer:
(Choice A)   It shows that Fisher doesn’t want to explore this new place.
A
It shows that Fisher doesn’t want to explore this new place.
(Choice B)   It shows that Fisher is in trouble at school.
B
It shows that Fisher is in trouble at school.
(Choice C)   It shows that Fisher is afraid of flying.
C
It shows that Fisher is afraid of flying.
(Choice D)   It shows that Fisher doesn’t like large groups.
D
It shows that Fisher doesn’t like large groups.
Part B
How does Fisher’s dad feel differently?
Choose 1 answer:
Choose 1 answer:
(Choice A)   He is excited about experiencing a new culture.
A
He is excited about experiencing a new culture.
(Choice B)   He is awake and full of energy.
B
He is awake and full of energy.
(Choice C)   He prefers reading to traveling. 
C
He prefers reading to traveling.
(Choice D)   He is worried about Fisher’s safety and happiness.
D
He is worried about Fisher’s safety and happiness.
Psst! Don't forget to choose an answer for both questions :)
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