Tuck Everlasting Mid-Term Exam 7th

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What is the main theme of 'Tuck Everlasting'?

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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.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What does the spring water in 'Tuck Everlasting' symbolize?

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The spring water symbolizes immortality and the desire to escape the natural aging process.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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Define 'climax' in a story.

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The climax is the most exciting point of the story, and is a turning point for the characters involved.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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What is a pronoun?

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A pronoun is a word that replaces a noun.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.6.1A

CCSS.L.6.1C

CCSS.L.6.1D

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What promise do the Tucks make to Winnie?

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The Tucks promise to return Winnie to her family 'tomorrow' after taking her.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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What does Angus Tuck carve into the tree?

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Angus Tuck carves 'T' into the tree.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

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What is the significance of the character Jesse Tuck?

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

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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How does Winnie feel about the Tucks' immortality?

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Winnie is initially fascinated by the Tucks' immortality but later grapples with the implications of living forever.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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What role does nature play in 'Tuck Everlasting'?

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Nature serves as a backdrop for the story and symbolizes the cycle of life, death, and rebirth.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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What is the setting of 'Tuck Everlasting'?

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The setting is a fictional town in the early 20th century, primarily around the Tuck family's home and the surrounding woods.