TEAS 7 BARK IN THE PARK
Don't Look Back Now is the story of Keisha (Joy Taylor), a woman who has moved across country to
escape her creepy ex-boyfriend stalker, Tom (Kevin Highsmith). However, mysterious things keep
happening to the people in Keisha's life, and the authorities don't believe her. But there's one thing
nobody knows she's got a secret that will make anyone coming to harm her regret it - especially Tom.
This thriller is an exciting roller coaster ride that constantly keeps the audience guessing. Director
Juliette Cho knows exactly how to manipulate the camera to capture every shadow and peripheral
movement, keeping the viewer on edge. The close-up shots feel claustrophobic, like the perspective is
skewed. For any other movie this might be annoying, but for this one, it helps put the viewer in Keisha's
suspicious shoes very well. With a running time of 98 minutes, the pacing is quick and efficient, and Cho
uses cinematography deftly to show the quick and jerky passage of time from Keisha's perspective. The
performances are rock solid all the way through. Joy Taylor is brittle and violent, simmering below the
surface with rage. You can see the toll this stalking experience has had on her in every twitch of her eye
and clench of her jaw. The strength she displays once the film shifts into the darker, triumphant second
act is a wonder to behold. Kevin Highsmith gives off just the right vibe of charming and sinister as Tom,
effortlessly shifting his entire performance between sweet and suddenly dangerous. This is a tense thrill
ride that will not disappoint fans of joy Taylor or this genre in general. You can find Don't Look Back Now
at the Main Street Metroplex 12 and the Movie Palace 20 starting Friday.
Stimulus: 1 of 6 Which of the following is the best statement of the main idea and supporting details for
the passage?
The movie Don't Look Back Now can be seen at the Main Street Metroplex 12 and Movie Palace 20.
The movie Don't Look Back Now is an excellent vehicle to display Juliette Cho's superb directing ability.
The movie Don't Look Back Now is one worth seeing because of excellent acting and professional
directing
The movie Don't Look Back Now is a thriller that will appeal only to audiences who like this genre.
✅ Correct Answer:
The movie Don't Look Back Now is one worth seeing because of excellent acting and professional
directing.
Which of the following cinematographic techniques supports the conclusion that Keisha is in a state of
psychological distress?
The use of bright lighting throughout the film contradicts Keisha's struggle with her feelings of darkness
and despair.
The claustrophobic close-up shots represent Keisha's trapped feeling, highlighting her paranoia and fear.
Juliette Cho's manipulation of time with quick scene cuts portrays Keisha's confusion and excitement.
Juliette Cho's wide-angle views capture too many background nuances that contribute to Keisha's
annoyance and rage.
,✅ Correct Answer:
The claustrophobic close-up shots represent Keisha's trapped feeling, highlighting her paranoia and
fear.
Which of the following questions does the author leave the reader with that would prompt them to go
watch the movie? Who is going to be the villain of the movie? How far will Keisha have to run in order to
escape? What is Keisha's secret that will save her? Why don't the authorities believe Keisha?
✅ Correct Answer:
What is Keisha's secret that will save her?
Stimulus: 4 of 6 Which of the following could be a synonym for the word "deftly" as used in the passage?
Skillfully Extravagantly ! ! !
✅ Correct Answer:
Skillfully
Which of the following groups of words best creates a cumulative effect of suspense? Regret, brittle,
wonder Secret, annoying, triumphant Efficient, charming, sweet Thriller, claustrophobic, sinister
✅ Correct Answer:
Thriller, claustrophobic, sinister
Which of the following quotes from an interview with director Juliette Cho supports the conclusion that
cinematography creates tension or suspense for the viewer? "My mom nearly had a heart attack at the
viewing. She kept asking why it made her so panicked when I zoomed up her nostrils." "Working with
this talented crew was so easy! They are the utmost professionals. The best in the biz." "The hardest
thing to film was a close-up of Joy Taylor's face because she kept laughing." "We have just an hour and
half to make you connect with this story and these characters. Cutting the scenes makes the pacing
quick, but you still have to catch the story."
✅ Correct Answer:
"My mom nearly had a heart attack at the viewing. She kept asking why it made her so panicked
when I zoomed up her nostrils."
BUTTERBEAN FOR MAYOR Butterbean wants to be YOUR new mayor. Is there an election coming? No.
Can dogs even be mayors? Unclear. But consider what Butterbean has to offer: FRIENDS WITH
EVERYONE Big dogs. Small dogs. In-between dogs. All the people. If you go for walks, you've met
Butterbean and she loves you. JUST A REGULAR DOG Butterbean is a regular dog for regular folks. She's
not a fancy breed, just a dog. Sure, maybe she eats more socks than her vet recommends, but nobody's
perfect. HATES RATS You hale rats. Butterbean hates rats, too. She will not rest until they have all been
chased from our streets. By her, personally. Can Butterbean count on YOUR vote? Or at least a treat?
Stimulus: 1 of 2 Which of the following is not a key point of the passage? ... Butterbean would make an
excellent mayor because she is a trained support dog. Butterbean would make an excellent mayor
because she is a regular kind of dog. Butterbean would make an excellent mayor because she hates rats.
Butterbean would make an excellent mayor because she loves everyone. CONTINUE
, ✅ Correct Answer:
Butterbean would make an excellent mayor because she is a trained support dog.
Which is the author's point of view in the passage? The author finds humor in the idea of a dog in a
political office. The author believes all dogs love Butterbean. The author wants free treats for
Butterbean. The author prefers purebred dogs rather than mixed breed dogs.
✅ Correct Answer:
The author finds humor in the idea of a dog in a political office.
Bark in the Park" Grand Reopening Event Join us on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Meadowwiew
Park for the grand reopening of the newly renovated dog park! To celebrate, the city is sponsoring an
adoption event with the local humane society. Residents can bring their dogs to check out the new
features of the park or adopt a furry friend! Highlights of the park: Expanded, separate off-leash areas
for small and large dogs, covering a total of 5 acres Improved agility courses (canines only, please!)
Swimming pond and beach digging area Human and canine drinking fountains Extended hours - 7 a.m.
to dusk daily! Dog Park Rules: No food or dog toys allowed inside the fenced area. Children under 14
years must be accompanied by an adult. Pet owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs.
Stimulus: 1 of 3 Which of the following is a logical conclusion based on the information found in the
flyer? The agility courses are meant for dogs and their owners. 100% Θ The Humane Society will be
selling dog treats to raise funds. The dog park previously did not have a swimming pond. People can
bring a picnic lunch to the event.
✅ Correct Answer:
The dog park previously did not have a swimming pond.
According to the "Bark in the Park" flyer, which of the following statements about the adoption event is
correct? ... The adoption event will be open only to children under 14. The adoption event will operate
daily from 7 a.m. to dusk. It will be part of the "Bark in the Park" event. It will only include large dogs.
✅ Correct Answer:
It will be part of the "Bark in the Park" event.
The author uses words like "expanded," "improved," and "extended" to describe the renovated park.
Which of the following describes the author's purpose for using this language? To analyze To contrast To
compare To criticize
✅ Correct Answer:
To analyze
Climbing, vaulting, rolling, and flipping-parkour athletes seem to defy both the laws of physics and the
limitations of the human body. Their incredible stunts and tempo push boundaries in a demonstration of
athleticism. Participants take on physical and environmental obstacles for the thrill of creatively facing
physical challenges and risks. Parkour, also sometimes called free running, uses movements-running,
jumping, climbing, and swinging-developed from military obstacle course training. Parkour is an extreme
sport, requiring intense physical and mental strength training and self-discipline. Participants learn
techniques that allow them to execute intricate and difficult stunts as they navigate through obstacles.
Don't Look Back Now is the story of Keisha (Joy Taylor), a woman who has moved across country to
escape her creepy ex-boyfriend stalker, Tom (Kevin Highsmith). However, mysterious things keep
happening to the people in Keisha's life, and the authorities don't believe her. But there's one thing
nobody knows she's got a secret that will make anyone coming to harm her regret it - especially Tom.
This thriller is an exciting roller coaster ride that constantly keeps the audience guessing. Director
Juliette Cho knows exactly how to manipulate the camera to capture every shadow and peripheral
movement, keeping the viewer on edge. The close-up shots feel claustrophobic, like the perspective is
skewed. For any other movie this might be annoying, but for this one, it helps put the viewer in Keisha's
suspicious shoes very well. With a running time of 98 minutes, the pacing is quick and efficient, and Cho
uses cinematography deftly to show the quick and jerky passage of time from Keisha's perspective. The
performances are rock solid all the way through. Joy Taylor is brittle and violent, simmering below the
surface with rage. You can see the toll this stalking experience has had on her in every twitch of her eye
and clench of her jaw. The strength she displays once the film shifts into the darker, triumphant second
act is a wonder to behold. Kevin Highsmith gives off just the right vibe of charming and sinister as Tom,
effortlessly shifting his entire performance between sweet and suddenly dangerous. This is a tense thrill
ride that will not disappoint fans of joy Taylor or this genre in general. You can find Don't Look Back Now
at the Main Street Metroplex 12 and the Movie Palace 20 starting Friday.
Stimulus: 1 of 6 Which of the following is the best statement of the main idea and supporting details for
the passage?
The movie Don't Look Back Now can be seen at the Main Street Metroplex 12 and Movie Palace 20.
The movie Don't Look Back Now is an excellent vehicle to display Juliette Cho's superb directing ability.
The movie Don't Look Back Now is one worth seeing because of excellent acting and professional
directing
The movie Don't Look Back Now is a thriller that will appeal only to audiences who like this genre.
✅ Correct Answer:
The movie Don't Look Back Now is one worth seeing because of excellent acting and professional
directing.
Which of the following cinematographic techniques supports the conclusion that Keisha is in a state of
psychological distress?
The use of bright lighting throughout the film contradicts Keisha's struggle with her feelings of darkness
and despair.
The claustrophobic close-up shots represent Keisha's trapped feeling, highlighting her paranoia and fear.
Juliette Cho's manipulation of time with quick scene cuts portrays Keisha's confusion and excitement.
Juliette Cho's wide-angle views capture too many background nuances that contribute to Keisha's
annoyance and rage.
,✅ Correct Answer:
The claustrophobic close-up shots represent Keisha's trapped feeling, highlighting her paranoia and
fear.
Which of the following questions does the author leave the reader with that would prompt them to go
watch the movie? Who is going to be the villain of the movie? How far will Keisha have to run in order to
escape? What is Keisha's secret that will save her? Why don't the authorities believe Keisha?
✅ Correct Answer:
What is Keisha's secret that will save her?
Stimulus: 4 of 6 Which of the following could be a synonym for the word "deftly" as used in the passage?
Skillfully Extravagantly ! ! !
✅ Correct Answer:
Skillfully
Which of the following groups of words best creates a cumulative effect of suspense? Regret, brittle,
wonder Secret, annoying, triumphant Efficient, charming, sweet Thriller, claustrophobic, sinister
✅ Correct Answer:
Thriller, claustrophobic, sinister
Which of the following quotes from an interview with director Juliette Cho supports the conclusion that
cinematography creates tension or suspense for the viewer? "My mom nearly had a heart attack at the
viewing. She kept asking why it made her so panicked when I zoomed up her nostrils." "Working with
this talented crew was so easy! They are the utmost professionals. The best in the biz." "The hardest
thing to film was a close-up of Joy Taylor's face because she kept laughing." "We have just an hour and
half to make you connect with this story and these characters. Cutting the scenes makes the pacing
quick, but you still have to catch the story."
✅ Correct Answer:
"My mom nearly had a heart attack at the viewing. She kept asking why it made her so panicked
when I zoomed up her nostrils."
BUTTERBEAN FOR MAYOR Butterbean wants to be YOUR new mayor. Is there an election coming? No.
Can dogs even be mayors? Unclear. But consider what Butterbean has to offer: FRIENDS WITH
EVERYONE Big dogs. Small dogs. In-between dogs. All the people. If you go for walks, you've met
Butterbean and she loves you. JUST A REGULAR DOG Butterbean is a regular dog for regular folks. She's
not a fancy breed, just a dog. Sure, maybe she eats more socks than her vet recommends, but nobody's
perfect. HATES RATS You hale rats. Butterbean hates rats, too. She will not rest until they have all been
chased from our streets. By her, personally. Can Butterbean count on YOUR vote? Or at least a treat?
Stimulus: 1 of 2 Which of the following is not a key point of the passage? ... Butterbean would make an
excellent mayor because she is a trained support dog. Butterbean would make an excellent mayor
because she is a regular kind of dog. Butterbean would make an excellent mayor because she hates rats.
Butterbean would make an excellent mayor because she loves everyone. CONTINUE
, ✅ Correct Answer:
Butterbean would make an excellent mayor because she is a trained support dog.
Which is the author's point of view in the passage? The author finds humor in the idea of a dog in a
political office. The author believes all dogs love Butterbean. The author wants free treats for
Butterbean. The author prefers purebred dogs rather than mixed breed dogs.
✅ Correct Answer:
The author finds humor in the idea of a dog in a political office.
Bark in the Park" Grand Reopening Event Join us on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Meadowwiew
Park for the grand reopening of the newly renovated dog park! To celebrate, the city is sponsoring an
adoption event with the local humane society. Residents can bring their dogs to check out the new
features of the park or adopt a furry friend! Highlights of the park: Expanded, separate off-leash areas
for small and large dogs, covering a total of 5 acres Improved agility courses (canines only, please!)
Swimming pond and beach digging area Human and canine drinking fountains Extended hours - 7 a.m.
to dusk daily! Dog Park Rules: No food or dog toys allowed inside the fenced area. Children under 14
years must be accompanied by an adult. Pet owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs.
Stimulus: 1 of 3 Which of the following is a logical conclusion based on the information found in the
flyer? The agility courses are meant for dogs and their owners. 100% Θ The Humane Society will be
selling dog treats to raise funds. The dog park previously did not have a swimming pond. People can
bring a picnic lunch to the event.
✅ Correct Answer:
The dog park previously did not have a swimming pond.
According to the "Bark in the Park" flyer, which of the following statements about the adoption event is
correct? ... The adoption event will be open only to children under 14. The adoption event will operate
daily from 7 a.m. to dusk. It will be part of the "Bark in the Park" event. It will only include large dogs.
✅ Correct Answer:
It will be part of the "Bark in the Park" event.
The author uses words like "expanded," "improved," and "extended" to describe the renovated park.
Which of the following describes the author's purpose for using this language? To analyze To contrast To
compare To criticize
✅ Correct Answer:
To analyze
Climbing, vaulting, rolling, and flipping-parkour athletes seem to defy both the laws of physics and the
limitations of the human body. Their incredible stunts and tempo push boundaries in a demonstration of
athleticism. Participants take on physical and environmental obstacles for the thrill of creatively facing
physical challenges and risks. Parkour, also sometimes called free running, uses movements-running,
jumping, climbing, and swinging-developed from military obstacle course training. Parkour is an extreme
sport, requiring intense physical and mental strength training and self-discipline. Participants learn
techniques that allow them to execute intricate and difficult stunts as they navigate through obstacles.
