CKLA 3rd Grade Unit 1 Lesson 1 Comp. Questions

What kind of fiction is The Wind in the Willows?

• a classic

• tall tale

• fantasy

• myth

What are elements found in fantasy?

• there is always a sad ending

• personification of animals or objects

• story is based on real events

• magical events or things that can't happen in real life

Which of these phrases is NOT a British English phrase you hear in the read aloud?

• howdy

• bother

• old chap

• messing around

Why is there British English in this story?

• Kenneth Grahame, the author, always wanted to visit England.

• All animals are actually British.

• Kenneth Grahame, the author, grew up in England.

• The Illustrator was born in England.

Who are the main characters in today’s read-aloud?

What do we call the events of a story in which the characters are involved?

• scene

• plot

• setting

• theme

What things do you know about Mole based on what you heard in the read-aloud today? (select all that apply)

• He is weary of spring-cleaning

• he lives underground

• he is fascinated by the river

• He loves to clean

Would you describe Mole as curious?

• Yes, He is curious.

• No, he is not curious.

What season is the story set in when Mole leaves his home?

• Summer

• Fall

• Winter

• Spring

Which of these adjectives can NOT be used to describe Rat?

• friendly

• adventurous

• angry

• generous