The Governess: Stem questions

Which definition of Concerning is used in the phrase from paragraph 22?

concerning: con·​cern·​ing | \ kən-ˈsər-niŋ

1. Causing trouble or worry
2. Relating to, regarding
3. To affect or involve someone

• Definition 1

• Definition 2

• Definition 3

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CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

In Neil Simon’s “The Governess,” an upper-class woman tries to teach her children’s nanny to ____________

• Care for the children better

• Stand up for herself

• curtsy like a servant

• listen to instructions

When Julia says to Mistress in paragraph 93, "Yes, ma’am. Thank you, ma’am. You’re very kind, ma’am," it reinforces the idea that Julia is ____________

• Passive

• Polite

• Repetitive

• Simple

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CCSS.L.7.5D

CCSS.RL.7.4

In paragraphs 95-100, What does the dialogue between Mistress and Julia reveal about Mistress´ character?

• It shows that she knows everything.

• It shows that she is understanding.

• It shows that she is happy to have Julia work for her.

• It shows that she cares about the people that work for her.

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.W.7.9A

From the setting, the reader can infer that Mistress is-

• Not smart

• Of high social class

• Of low social class

• Does not concern herself with Julia

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.3

Mistress find reasons to deduct pay from Julia. This creates a tone of-

• suspense

• humor

• anger

• happiness

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CCSS.L.7.5D

Using the dialogue between Julia and Mistress, what can you infer about Julia?

• She tries her best to impress Mistress

• She is grateful for her job

• She grows angry with the Mistress

• She wants to quit her job

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

What elements of drama show that this play is from a different era?

• A strict boss

• Julia curtsying as a sign of respect

• Playing a trick on someone

• Teaching someone how to stand up for themselves

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CCSS.RL.7.3

At the end of the play, Julia is ____________

• Fired for speaking out

• Cheated by her employer

• Unhappy with her job

• Is paid what she deserves

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CCSS.RL.7.1