Sorry Wrong Number

Front

What is the emotional response of Mrs. Stevenson when she learns her husband will not be home?

Back

She bursts into tears.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What event marks the climax of the story 'Sorry, Wrong Number'?

Back

Mrs. Stevenson hears George in her home and tries to escape.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

Front

What reason is given for why no one helps Mrs. Stevenson in the story?

Back

She was rude to the people on the phone.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What does Duffy's 'double take' suggest about his reaction to Mrs. Stevenson?

Back

He was surprised.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does the setting contribute to the plot of 'Sorry, Wrong Number'?

Back

It reveals that Mrs. Stevenson will be the victim of the crime.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the significance of Mrs. Stevenson’s character in the story?

Back

She represents vulnerability and isolation.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

How does the use of phone calls impact the narrative of 'Sorry, Wrong Number'?

Back

It creates tension and highlights miscommunication.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

Front

What role does suspense play in 'Sorry, Wrong Number'?

Back

It keeps the audience engaged and heightens the sense of danger.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What theme is explored through Mrs. Stevenson’s interactions with others?

Back

The theme of isolation and the consequences of rudeness.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

How does the author build tension throughout the play?

Back

Through pacing, dialogue, and the unfolding of critical information.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7