Among the Hidden (Chapter 1)

Front

What is the main consequence Luke fears if he is seen by others?

Back

Death.

Front

Why did Luke's father sell the woods?

Back

The government forced him to.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

How is Luke described in the text?

Back

As silent as a shadow.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Front

What type of figurative language is used in the quote about the missing trees: 'Their absence made everything look different, like a fresh haircut exposing a band of untanned skin on a forehead.'?

Back

Simile.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Front

What is Luke's position in his family?

Back

He is the youngest son.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

What does the term 'shadow' symbolize in the context of Luke's character?

Back

It symbolizes his invisibility and the need to remain hidden.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is the significance of the woods in Luke's life?

Back

The woods represent freedom and a place where he can feel safe and hidden.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What does the government represent in the story?

Back

The government represents control and oppression over the lives of the characters.

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

How does Luke's family dynamic affect his character development?

Back

Luke's position as the youngest son and his need to hide shape his feelings of isolation and fear.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3