Once a Crook, Always a Crook? / Man-Eating Monster Quiz

In Scene 1, Jimmy "saunters over" to the warden. Context clues reveal that to "saunter" means

• to walk in a carefree, leisurely way.

• to walk quickly.

• to rush.

• to walk clumsily.

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Which line from Scene 1 provides a context clue for the meaning of the word "saunters"?

• Warden: "You've been pardoned by the governor."

• Jimmy: " So, what can I do for you, sirs?"

• Guard: "The warden would like to speak to you."

• N4: "The guard rolls his eyes."

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In Scene 7, Mrs. Tatum says to Jimmy, "You know we just adore you here." What is the purpose of this line?

• to suggest that Mrs. Tatum has a crush on Jimmy

• to show that Jimmy has built a good reputation in Elmore

• to characterize Jimmy as dishonest

• to emphasize the lack of importance of Jimmy's shoe store

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In Scene 8, Detective Price says, "The banker's daughter. Sounds like Jimmy is back in business." From this line, you can infer that Price

• knows about Jimmy's shoe store in Elmore.

• believes that Jimmy has changed his ways.

• thinks that Jimmy plans on robbing Annabel's father's bank.

• wants to warn Annabel about Jimmy.

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Consider this line from the folktale: "He swallowed with one gulp and smiled, showing teeth as large as spear points." (p.25) This line contains a simile that

• reminds the reader that the Chenoo is dangerous.

• emphasizes how friendly the Chenoo can be.

• shows the Chenoo's rage.

• proves that the Chenoo is harmless.

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Which statement is supported by details in both the play AND the folktale?

• It's OK to bend the rules if it's for a good reason.

• People can change.

• People can't change.

• You shouldn't judge people by how they look.

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