Rogue Wave by Theodore Taylor

Which sentence best describes why paragraphs 1 and 3 are important to the plot?

• They tell about large waves at sea.

• They establish the story’s setting.

• They foreshadow events to come.

• They suggest the dangers of sailing.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Read the information about the Latin root in the word navigation.

from Latin agere meaning “drive or lead”

This information helps the reader understand that navigation in paragraph 7 most closely means the act of —

• being at sea

• guiding a course at sea

• taking a long voyage

• powering a ship

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Read the information about the Latin root in the word submerging.

from Latin mergere meaning “to plunge”

This information helps the reader understand that submerging in paragraph 9 means that part of the boat is —

• dropping into the sea

• sliding through the water

• tumbling over a wave

• sinking in the water

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which statement best describes why the setting is important in the passage?

• It helps develop the traits of each character.

• It determines the actions each character takes.

• It is a place that is unfamiliar to the characters.

• It serves as metaphor for the unknown.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the setting affect each character’s behavior?

• It makes them unsure of where they are located.

• It forces them to seek ways of helping each other.

• It leaves them helpless to change their situation.

• It makes them unaware of the other person’s condition.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

The author most likely included Scoot’s blackout in order to —

• focus on the actions of Sully

• highlight her lack of action

• create tension and uncertainty

• emphasize her inexperience

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

For which two reasons does Sully continually repeat the word skylight?

• hopes that Scoot will eventually hear him

• he continues to think about what Scoot is doing

• he is desperate for ways to help Scoot escape

• tries to keep his mind occupied on something else

• wants to find a way to stay calm and think clearly

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which characteristic best identifies this selection as an adventure story?

• The characters each face a specific danger.

• The characters are in a realistic situation.

• An ocean voyage is a main plot element.

• A natural surrounding drives the action.

What can the reader conclude about how Sully feels in paragraphs 22–25?

• He is angry about the mistakes he had made.

• He is losing confidence that he will find Scoot.

• He is worried because he doesn’t know what to do

• He is unsure of how to get into the boat’s cabin.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Based on the passage, what two things can be inferred about Scoot?

• She is a problem solver.

• She gives up easily.

• She depends a lot on others.

• She is determined.

• She dislikes new experiences.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3