Tuck Everlasting Novel Test Prep

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What is the main theme of 'Tuck Everlasting'?

Back

The main theme of 'Tuck Everlasting' is the exploration of immortality and the natural cycle of life and death.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

Who is the author of 'Tuck Everlasting'?

Back

Natalie Babbitt.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

What does the spring in 'Tuck Everlasting' do?

Back

The spring grants immortality to those who drink from it.

Front

What is the significance of the character Jesse Tuck?

Back

Jesse Tuck represents the desire for eternal youth and the consequences of living forever.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

How does Winnie Foster change throughout the story?

Back

Winnie grows from a naive girl to a more mature individual who understands the value of life and death.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What role does the Man in the Yellow Suit play in the story?

Back

He seeks to exploit the Tuck family's secret of immortality for his own gain.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

What lesson does Winnie learn about life and death?

Back

Winnie learns that life is precious and that death is a natural part of existence.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Why does the Tuck family choose to keep their immortality a secret?

Back

They fear the consequences and the burden of living forever.

Front

What does the character of the Constable represent in the story?

Back

The Constable represents law and order, as well as the societal norms that the Tucks challenge.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

How does the setting of the story influence the plot?

Back

The rural setting emphasizes the themes of nature and the simplicity of life.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3