"Castle in the Attic"

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What is the main conflict in 'The Castle in the Attic'?

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The main conflict revolves around William's struggle to save Lord Acquila and navigate the challenges of the magical world.

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Who is Lord Acquila?

Back

Lord Acquila is a character in 'The Castle in the Attic' who becomes sick and needs help from William.

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What role does Mrs. Phillips play in William's life?

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Mrs. Phillips is a caretaker and a significant figure in William's life, representing stability and comfort.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What does the term 'personification' mean?

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Personification is a literary technique where human qualities are attributed to non-human things.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What is a 'ritual' in the context of the story?

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A ritual is a repeated action or ceremony that holds significance, such as Mrs. Phillips meeting the Silver Knight.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.10

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What does it mean to be 'homesick'?

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Being homesick means feeling sad or anxious because you are away from home and miss it.

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

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What is the significance of the token in the story?

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The token symbolizes William's connection to the magical world and his quest.

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What is the literary technique of 'alliteration'?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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How does William's character develop throughout the story?

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William grows from a boy who is dependent on others to a brave individual who takes on challenges.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What does the phrase 'nibbled around the edges' suggest in the story?

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It suggests that the idea of the token is lingering in William's mind, causing him to think about it frequently.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RF.5.4C