Using Text Evidence to Prove Answers

Multiple Select

Select three choices that show Casey's arrogance in "Casey at the Bat".

• "That ain't my style," said Casey. "Strike one!" the umpire said.

• There was Blakey safe at second, and Flynn a- hugging third.

• Defiance flashed in Casey's eye, a sneer curled Casey's lip.

• But Casey still ignored it and the umpire said, "Strike two!"

• For Casey, mighty Casey, was advancing to the bat.

Open Ended

How does the author use Casey's arrogance to teach the reader a lesson about the consequences of being too arrogant?

Open Ended

Think about Hare's arrogance. Write a theme statement for the fable.

Open Ended

How is this theme developed in the fable? (Prove how your theme statement is correct here.) Use text evidence in your answer.