Fever 1793 Review

Front

Who is King George?

Back

A parrot won in a card game.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

How is the community dealing with the many deaths that have begun occurring?

Back

Many people don't believe a fever is spreading. They say those who are dying are sinners or the deaths are a coincidence.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

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What state is Philadelphia in?

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Pennsylvania.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

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How do Matilda and Grandfather end up stranded?

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The men on horseback think Matilda's grandfather has yellow fever, so they refuse to let him into town. The family dumps them on the road and goes on without them.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

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What future does Matilda dream for herself?

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She wants to travel to France and one day own several businesses of her own.

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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 is the significance of the fever in the story?

Back

The fever represents the chaos and fear that grips the community, affecting relationships and survival.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

Who is Matilda's Grandfather?

Back

He is Matilda's guardian and a key figure in her life during the fever outbreak.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

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What role does the setting play in 'Fever 1793'?

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The setting of Philadelphia during the fever outbreak creates a backdrop of urgency and danger.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

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How does Matilda's character develop throughout the story?

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Matilda grows from a naive girl to a resilient and independent young woman.

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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 challenges does Matilda face during the fever outbreak?

Back

She faces abandonment, loss, and the struggle for survival in a city plagued by disease.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9