Neither Hyde Nor Hare

What is the theme of the drama?

• Depending on others to solve your problems is a good idea

• having a fear of unexplained events is not productive

• puzzles cannot be solved through close observation

• unknowns can sometimes be explained using reason

In Paragraph 16, the word mesmerized means-

• to absorb one's attention

• to hypnotize a subject

• to perform a dramatic tale

• to see things more clearly

Why does the author choose not to divide the drama into scenes?

• the events of the drama take place in one setting

• the characters of the drama are members of the same class

• the setting of the drama is during the fall of the year

• the events of the drama are told by one character

Why does the author provide descriptions within the characters' lines?

• to indicate where or when the drama takes place

• to indicate characters' actions or how lines should be spoken

• to identify the characters in the drama

• to identify the spoken lines or thoughts of the characters

What is the purpose of the title of the drama?

• it indicates a mystery

• it identifies the main speakers

• it introduces the central idea

• it explains a common expression

In paragraph 27, the author's use of onomatopoeia-

• creates a solution to the mystery

• identifies objects in the drama

• causes the characters to use props to add to the action

• allows the reader to experience the events of the drama

What can the reader conclude about Mya from paragraphs 4, 7, and 11?

• she is the teacher's pet

• she is easily frightened

• she does not like Mr.Hyde

• she is angry with Parker

What do the illustration and dialogue reveal about Mr.Hyde?

• he is shocked to find the students out of their desks

• he is surprised to be the source of the mystery

• he is amazed at the courage shown by the students

• he is startled by the thunder and lightning