To Build a Fire

To Build a Fire

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English

7th - 8th Grade

Hard

CCSS
RL.7.2, RL.6.3, RI.7.10

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main theme of 'To Build a Fire'?

Back

The main theme is that any careless behavior can result in disaster.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What point of view is used in 'To Build a Fire'?

Back

The story is told from a third person point of view.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the phrase 'Jekyll and Hyde' refer to in literature?

Back

It refers to a person with a dual personality, being nice at times and rude at others.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What can be inferred about the man's actions in 'To Build a Fire'?

Back

The man is trying to meet up with others where he will be safe.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the numbness in the man's fingers symbolize in 'To Build a Fire'?

Back

It symbolizes the consequences of his careless behavior in extreme cold.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is preparation important in survival situations, as illustrated in 'To Build a Fire'?

Back

Being prepared can mean the difference between life and death in harsh conditions.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What literary device is used when the man chuckles at his foolishness?

Back

This is an example of irony, as he is unaware of the serious consequences of his actions.

Tags

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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