The Possibility of Evil

Front

What is the significance of the color of the envelopes and writing paper in 'The Possibility of Evil'?

Back

The color is significant because many people in the town had the same paper, allowing the letters to be written anonymously.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

How does Miss Strangeworth feel about writing her letters?

Back

She takes pleasure in writing them.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What is the climax of 'The Possibility of Evil'?

Back

The climax occurs when the protagonist drops one of her letters and it is picked up.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What lesson does 'The Possibility of Evil' teach about human nature?

Back

The story teaches that appearances can be deceiving.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What literary device is contained in the title 'The Possibility of Evil'?

Back

The title contains foreshadowing.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

Define foreshadowing.

Back

Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

What role does Miss Strangeworth's roses play in the story?

Back

Her roses symbolize her pride in her community and contrast with her malicious actions.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Possibility of Evil'?

Back

The main theme is the duality of human nature and the hidden evil that can exist beneath a facade of respectability.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does the setting influence the story?

Back

The small-town setting creates a sense of community and highlights the impact of Miss Strangeworth's actions on her neighbors.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the significance of anonymity in the letters?

Back

Anonymity allows Miss Strangeworth to express her negative opinions without facing consequences.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4