The Dark is Rising - Ch 1 & 2

Front

Who is the mysterious figure that Will and James mention to Farmer Dawson?

Back

The Walker.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What emotion does Will experience after collecting hay and going to bed?

Back

Fear.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What significant event occurs during the night Will sees the tramp?

Back

A rook rams into the skylight, breaking it open during a snowstorm.

Front

How do the animals react to Will in the story?

Back

They are scared of him.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What advice does the blacksmith give Will regarding his safety?

Back

To stay on the road.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What does the dark-cloaked man imply about Will's decision to leave a certain place?

Back

It was unwise to leave that place.

Tags

CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the setting of the events described in the quiz?

Back

The story takes place in a rural area during winter.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What role does Farmer Dawson play in the story?

Back

He is a local farmer who interacts with Will and James.

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 breaking of the skylight symbolize in the context of the story?

Back

It symbolizes the intrusion of danger and the unknown.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

What is the significance of the snowstorm in the narrative?

Back

It creates a tense atmosphere and heightens the sense of fear.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4