Laurie's mother is concerned that Charles is a bad influence on Laurie. What is Laurie's father's response?

"Bound to be people like Charles in the world. Might as well meet them now as later."

"Well, what do you want me to do about it?"

"Let's see if we can have a talk with that teacher."

When Charles was suddenly good at school, Laurie reported that ....

Charles was the teacher's helper.

Charles's father had come to school.

Charles didn't have any friends.

What is the shocking discovery that Laurie's mother makes when she meets Laurie's teacher?

Laurie and Charles are the same person.

Charles's behavior is even worse than Laurie had described

Laurie's behavior has been almost as bad as Charles's

What conclusion can the reader draw about the mother?

She does not want to believe that Laurie can be naughty.

She is overwhelmed by the responsibilities of parenthood.

She does not think that Laurie’s father is a good parent

She is concerned about how Laurie’s teacher treats children

How does the first-person point of view affect this story?

It allows the ending to include a surprising twist.

It helps the reader to understand the conflict between Laurie’s parents.

It reveals why Charles misbehaves.

It explains how Laurie feels about kindergarten.

Why do you think Laurie created the imaginary boy Charles?

both to gain attention and to keep from getting in trouble

to keep from getting in trouble for his actions

to gain attention from his stories

Which of the following is the best summary of "Charles"?

A young boy tells his mother about a rowdy kindergartner in his class.

A woman is upset with her son's behavior.

A kindergarten boy causes lots of trouble and surprises

Parents support teachers by disciplining children.

Which statement below is a main theme of "Charles"?

It's easier to recognize other people's problems than your own.

Kindergarten is a difficult grade.

What was the author's main purpose for writing this passage?

to entertain with an amusing story

to give information about what kindergarten is like

to descibe how kindergarten students behave

to persuade parents to become involved in schools

"Charles" by Shirley Jackson"

Authored by B Zyl31

English

6th - 8th Grade

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What new experience is Laurie facing?

getting a new baby-sitter

starting high school

starting kindergarten

going to summer camp

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How does the mother view Laurie before the day he begins kindergarten?

as a sweet-voiced nursery-school tot

as a swaggering, shouting boy

as an insolent child

as a shy little boy

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Whose perspective is the story told from?

Charles

Laurie's teacher

Laurie's mother

Laurie's father

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

According to Laurie, what happened when Charles had to stay after school?

The principal called his mother.

He had to sit on his knees in the corner.

All the children stayed to watch him.

No one wanted to play with Charles.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Laurie, do the other students tend to side with Charles or the teacher?

They side with Charles.

They side with the teacher.

They don't side with either.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How is Charles an institution in Laurie's family?

The parents think Charles should be put in a mental institution.

Laurie talks about Charles so much that the parents feel he is part of the family.

Laurie's family wants to help Charles.

Anyone who makes a mess or causes trouble is said to be acting like Charles.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Laurie's mother wants to meet Charles's mother because

Laurie's mother wants to invite her over for tea

Laurie's mother wants to complain to her about Charles's behavior .

Laurie's mother is curious about the mother of such a troublemaker.

Laurie's mother feels she has a lot in common with Charles's mother.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

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"Charles" by Shirley Jackson"

What new experience is Laurie facing?

How does the mother view Laurie before the day he begins kindergarten?

Whose perspective is the story told from?

According to Laurie, what happened when Charles had to stay after school?

According to Laurie, do the other students tend to side with Charles or the teacher?

How is Charles an institution in Laurie's family?

Laurie's mother wants to meet Charles's mother because

Why did Laurie's mother miss the first Parent Teacher meeting?

Laurie's mother is concerned that Charles is a bad influence on Laurie. What is Laurie's father's response?

Laurie's mother went to the P.T.A. meeting because she hoped to meet.....

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