The King of Mazy May

Walt's father leaves Walt to take care of himself. This shows that the father

• has confidence in Walt

• is desperate to find gold

• knows the other prospectors will take care of Walt

• wants to test Walt's courage

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

The author, Jack London, opens this story by writing, "Walt Masters is not a very large boy, but there is manliness in his make-up." Judging from Walt's actions in the story, decide which of the following combinations best describes what London means by manliness."

• physical strength and athletic skill

• intelligence, cleverness and creativity

• physical strength and persistence

• courage and confidence

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CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

The claim-jumpers chase Walt because they

• are angry that he has been spying on them

• want to find out what he knows

• want to make sure he does not get to Dawson before they do

• want their dogs and sled back

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Which word does not describe Walt?

• brave

• honest

• hot-tempered

• quick-witted

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Walt has never seen a train or an elevator in his life because

• these machines have not been invented yet

• he prefers to stay away from cities

• he does not want to have anything to do with machines

• he lives in an area where these things have not yet come into use

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Why do you think the Klondike attracted dishonest outlaws as well as honest, hard working prospectors?

• The Klondike offered the opportunity to make a new start in life.

• The promise of easily gained riches often attracts dishonest people.

• Harsh living conditions often attract dishonest people.

• Criminals could hide out there, with out fear of being caught.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

While being chased by the claim jumpers, Walt sometimes runs beside the sled

• to lighten the load the dogs must pull

• to show the lead dog which way to go

• to warm himself up

• to get better view of the trail

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CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

Walt does not like claim-jumpers because they

• think about nothing but getting rich

• steal what others have worked hard to get

• have bad tempers

• mistreat their dogs

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Which two statements are true about Walt?

• He does not tolerate unfairness. and He is very mature for his age.

• He is unusually strong. and He does not tolerate unfairness.

• He does not tolerate unfairness. and He is naturally suspicious.

• He is unusually strong. and He is naturally very suspicious.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Living in the Yukon has made Walt more_______ than most boys his age.

• angry

• timid

• stubborn

• self-reliant

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3