Charles by Shirley Jackson

Front

According to Laurie, why did Charles hit his teacher?

Back

use a red crayon

Front

What is the best summary of the story "Charles"?

Back

A young boy tells his mother about a rowdy kindergartner in his class.

Front

What is the shocking discovery that Laurie's mother makes when she meets Laurie's teacher?

Back

Laurie and Charles are the same person.

Front

Which phrase best describes Laurie?

Back

very clever

Front

What is true of Laurie?

Back

Laurie is a trickster

Front

Whose perspective is the story told from?

Back

Charle's mother

Front

What happens to Charles in the middle of the story?

Back

He begins to help the teacher.

Front

How do Laurie's parents feel about Charles?

Back

They worry about his influence on Laurie.

Front

Why does Laurie's mother want to meet Charles' mother?

Back

Laurie's mother is curious about the mother of such a troublemaker.

Front

Why did Laurie create the imaginary boy Charles?

Back

Both to gain attention and to keep from getting in trouble.