Unit 2, Week 1 Becky Returns/Games in the Woods

In "Becky Returns," Becky says that her mom would not approve of going to the Widow Douglas’ house. How does Tom convince Becky to go?

• He tells her that her mom only wants her to be safe.

• He tells her her mom would approve if she knew.

• He tells her there will be ice cream.

• All of the above

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CCSS.RL.5.1

In "Becky Returns," which sentence shows that Becky ends up going to the Widow Douglas' house?

• "Oh, that will be fun!"

• It and Tom's persuasions presently carried the day.

• "But what will mamma say?"

• "I reckon it's wrong - but -"

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CCSS.RL.5.1

Based on the passage, how are Becky and Tom different?

• Becky is strong-willed, but Tom changes his mind easily.

• Tom is selfish, but Becky thinks of others.

• Tom is older than Becky.

• Becky is used to following the rules, while Tom is a bit of a trouble maker.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.W.5.9B

Based on their conversation, what was Becky's reaction to Tom's plan?

• Becky was offended that Tom would even suggest going somewhere else.

• She was hesitant and nervous, but she gave in to Tom's persuasion.

• Becky was excited and eager to go to the Widow Douglas'.

• Becky did not seem to care for Tom's plan.

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

How are Tom’s actions in “Games in the Woods” different than his behavior in “Becky Returns”?

• In "Games in the Woods", Tom is following the rules of the game, but in "Becky Returns", he is trying to convince someone to break the rules.

• In "Games in the Woods", Tom is boring, but in "Becky Returns," he is fun.

• In "Games in the Woods", Tom is having fun, but in "Becky Returns," he is boring.

• In both stories, Tom is trying to convince others to do what he wants.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.W.5.9B

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which sentence best summarizes "Games in the Woods"?

• The boys pretend they are sword-fighting outlaws and wish that outlaws still existed.

• The boys take turns role-playing and imagining stuff.

• Robin Hood is a hero and outlaw in English folklore.

• Tom and Joe flung off their regular clothes and shoes and played in the woods.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.SL.5.2

Tom and Joe switch back and forth between formal storytelling and their country dialect. What effect does this have for the reader?

• It is meant to confuse the reader.

• It helps the reader understand that the boys are role-playing and creates a playful tone.

• The switching creates a serious tone

• Changing the way they speak is meant to prove that the boys are smart.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.L.5.3B

How is Tom's character similar in both "Becky Returns" and "Games in the Woods"? Select all that apply. (Hint: Pick 3)

• Tom uses persuasion to get what he wants.

• Tom is not shy. He is outgoing, energetic, and lively.

• In both passages, Tom is mean.

• The characters enjoy being around Tom in both passages.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.W.5.9B