A long way from chicago by Christian Castellon

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the setting of 'A Long Way from Chicago'?

• True

• False

Open Ended

Why do you think authors choose to write historical fiction, and what can readers gain from stories set in the past?

Multiple Choice

Which character is described as clever, brave, and witty?

• Grandma Dowdel

• Joey Dowdel

• Mary Alice Dowdel

• The family dog

Open Ended

How does Grandma Dowdel's unique way of handling life affect Joey and Mary Alice when they visit her for the summer?

Multiple Select

What lessons do the children learn during the town festival organized by Grandma?

• The importance of fun

• Creativity

• How to save money

• How to be quiet

Multiple Choice

What is the main lesson the children learn from the pie fight event?

• Creativity and perseverance

• How to bake pies

• The importance of winning

• How to clean up a mess

Open Ended

In what ways does Grandma demonstrate compassion and community support when helping to find the lost dog?

Multiple Choice

What lesson does Grandma teach during the funeral trick event?

• True

• False

Multiple Select

Which of the following are outcomes of Grandma's Halloween prank?

• Children learn about humor

• Neighbors are entertained

• Children learn about local traditions

• Grandma scares the children

Open Ended

How does Grandma's confrontation with the shopkeeper in the store event teach justice and solidarity to the community?

Multiple Choice

In the sewing or cooking contest, what surprises everyone about Grandma?

• True

• False

Open Ended

Describe how the adventure in the countryside helps the children learn about rural life with their grandmother.

Open Ended

How do the events described in 'Going Home' connect to the themes of family and community shown in the lesson?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the main themes or messages presented in the lesson?

• Courage in difficult situations

• Creativity and cleverness

• Importance of family and community

• Competition between friends

Open Ended

What questions do you still have about the historical context or setting of 'A Long Way from Chicago'?

Open Ended

How does the setting of Wells, Illinois during the 1930s (Great Depression) contribute to the genre of historical fiction in 'A Long Way from Chicago'?