The Dead Rising

What can the reader infer from looking at the list of cast members?

• There are only 7 parts.

• The stage directors have the most important roles.

• The setting must be in 2 time periods.

• The main character will provide the most information.

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What type of information do the stage directors provide?

• They give background and set the scene.

• They explain what all the characters are thinking.

• They act as a main character in the story.

• They give facts about the time period.

How does the introduction of Lena in Scene 1 impact the story?

• It adds humor to an already dull story.

• It explains the relationships between characters when she clearly explains the history of the town.

• It creates some mystery and interest due to her appearance and idea to go to the cemetery.

• It makes the story nicer to read because she uses short sentences.

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In scene 1, Stage Director 3 states that "thunder rumbles in the distance" just as they are about to meet Lena. How does this setting contribute to the mood?

• Thunderstorms always mean something bad is going to happen.

• Rain often makes people sad, so the story becomes sadder at that point.

• Thunder is used as a symbol of anger and shows how angry the teens are with the lady who only gave them licorice.

• The thunder implies trouble or conflict which is what Lena also added.

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At the end of scene 1, the kids go to the cemetery as they begin to hear Lena's story. Why is this significant to the development of the plot?

• The cemetery is the most important setting.

• The conflict of Lena's life story begins.

• It includes all the important characters.

• It shows a character going through a change.

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Why does the author include the flashback in Scene 2?

• It tells Lena's motivation for coming out on Halloween.

• It makes the story very exciting and hooks the reader.

• It gives facts about tuberculosis that help the reader understand the traditions of Halloween.

• It provides background information.

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In Scene 2, Dr Metcalf says, "I'm sorry, George. It's a terrible disease. George responds, "Mercy is so frail; her body has wasted away. Dr. Metcalf continues with, "Your son, Edwin, how is his health?" What helps us understand what frail means?

• I'm sorry, George.

• It's a terrible disease.

• her body has wasted away.

• how is his health?

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How does the setting in Scene 4 contribute to the conflict?

• The gloomy, dusty house enhance (makes bigger) the feelings of loss.

• The friendly atmosphere created by the neighbors make it harder for George to stay upset.

• Since no one ever comes to visit George, it shows the issue of no one wanting to be near this family.

• Since Edwin can hear through the wall, it shows how poor the family is.

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Scene 4 says:

Ethel: ...body...

Wilson: ...blood...

Cora: ...fire...

Horace: ...drink...

SD3: When they finish, George stands abruptly.

George: LEAVE MY HOME! NOW!

Cora: George, please--

Which lines help us understand what abruptly means?

• body, blood, fire, drink

• When they finish

• LEAVE MY HOME! NOW!

• George, please--

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Once Edward hears about the remedy at the end of Scene 4, how does he feel about?

• He is disgusted and wants no part of it.

• He thinks it sounds perfect.

• He laughs thinking it is ridiculous.

• He doesn't like it, but is willing to give it a try.

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