The Westing Game: Chapters 1-12 Review

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Main setting of "The Westing Game" in Chapters 1-12?

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Sunset Towers

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CCSS.RL.7.3

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How does the setting of Sunset Towers influence the interactions between the characters?

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It isolates them from the outside world, forcing them to interact more closely.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

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What theme is primarily explored through the character of Turtle Wexler in the first 15 chapters?

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The struggle for identity

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CCSS.RL.7.2

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Which piece of textual evidence best supports the idea that Sam Westing's will is a game?

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"The will is a puzzle, a game, and the winner will be the heir."

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CCSS.RL.7.1

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Analyze how the author contrasts the points of view of Turtle Wexler and Angela Wexler.

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Turtle is portrayed as rebellious, while Angela is seen as compliant.

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CCSS.RL.7.6

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What is the central idea of the first 15 chapters of "The Westing Game"?

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The mystery of Sam Westing's death

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CCSS.RL.7.2

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Which character's actions provide the most evidence for the theme of deception in the story? Choices: Grace Wexler, Sydelle Pulaski, Judge Ford, Dr. Denton Deere

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Sydelle Pulaski

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CCSS.RL.7.1

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How does the author use the structure of the will to create suspense in the story?

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By presenting the will in a series of clues

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CCSS.RL.7.5

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Which event marks the beginning of the mystery in "The Westing Game"?

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The reading of Sam Westing's will

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CCSS.RL.7.1

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How does the author develop the theme of competition among the heirs?

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By highlighting their individual strategies to win the game

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CCSS.RL.7.2