A Retrieved Reformation (Common Lit)

Which statement best expresses a major theme of the text?

• Deception is a thief’s greatest tool.

• Never try to change the one you love.

• Being merciful is the mark of a good man.

• People can change, for better or for worse.

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CCSS.RL.8.2

Which of the following quotes best supports the theme of the text?

• “‘Me?’ said Jimmy, in a puzzled tone. ‘I don’t understand. I’m representing the New York Amalgamated Short Snap Biscuit Cracker and Frazzled Wheat Company.’”

• “‘That’s Dandy Jim Valentine’s autograph. He’s resumed business... He’ll do his bit next time without any short-time or clemency foolishness.’”

• “‘Going to marry the banker’s daughter are you, Jimmy?’ said Ben to himself, softly. ‘Well, I don’t know!’”

• “Jimmy stuffed [the rose] into his vest-pocket, threw off his coat and pulled up his shirt- sleeves. With that act Ralph D. Spencer passed away and Jimmy Valentine took his place.”

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

What do paragraphs 3-5 (pg. 28) reveal about Jimmy’s character?

• Jimmy is in deep denial about his criminal record.

• Jimmy is comfortable pretending to be someone he is not.

• Jimmy is eager to change his ways and become a better person.

• Jimmy is an innocent man who was wrongly convicted of robbery.

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does the word “elusive” mean as it is used in the text? (bottom of page 30)

• charming

• sociable

• difficult to catch

• not memorable

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.RL.8.4

What causes Jimmy to become “another man” ?

• seeing a young woman in Elmore

• learning that Polly’s father runs the local bank

• learning that Ben Price is investigating his case

• being reminded of the warden’s advice to change

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.3

When was the overall conflict solved? (In other words, when did the conflict end?)

• Jimmy falls in love.

• Jimmy writes the letter to Billy.

• Ben Price pretends not to recognize Jimmy.

Consider the ending of the story. What device was use by the author?

• flashback

• irony

• symbolism

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.4

What was the effect of the use of irony?

• It adds suspense.

• It adds to the character.

• It adds to the exposition.

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CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

How does the dialogue: "Can't you do something, Ralph - try, won't you?" contribute to the text?

• It provokes a decision that leads to a resolution.

• It provokes a decision and builds suspense through dramatic irony.

• It gives a reason for the conflict.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

Who is a dynamic character from the story?

• Jimmy Valentine

• Annabel

• The Warden

• Ben Price

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.3