All Summer in a Day - Review

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What is the main setting of 'All Summer in a Day'?

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The main setting of 'All Summer in a Day' is Venus, where it rains constantly.

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How does the weather affect the children in the story?

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The constant rain makes the children angry and upset, contributing to their behavior towards Margot.

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Who is Margot and where does she come from?

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Margot is a girl from Earth who remembers the sun, unlike the other children who were born on Venus.

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What literary device is used in the phrase 'like so many stakes, into the floor'?

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This phrase is an example of a simile, comparing the children's stillness to stakes.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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What do the children do to Margot in the story?

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The children lock Margot in a closet out of jealousy and anger.

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What emotion do the children feel at the end of the story?

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At the end of the story, the children feel guilty for leaving Margot locked in the closet.

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What is the significance of the sun in the story?

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The sun represents hope and joy, which Margot longs for, contrasting with the dreary life on Venus.

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How does the author use figurative language in the story?

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The author uses figurative language to create vivid imagery and convey emotions, enhancing the reader's experience.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What is the main conflict in 'All Summer in a Day'?

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The main conflict is between Margot and the other children, stemming from jealousy and misunderstanding.

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What lesson can be learned from 'All Summer in a Day'?

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A key lesson is the importance of empathy and understanding others' feelings.