"How to Ignore a House on Fire" homework review

To what does the phrase “House on Fire” in the story’s title most likely refer?

• the main character’s feelings towards his siblings

• the remodeling of the condo for the next tenets

• the breaking up of the family and their home

• the aftermath of a fire in the family’s home

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What does the following quote reveal about the main character's attitude toward Alice? “When you’ve seen enough of this, finish cleaning her mess, tell her to fix her attitude, and then make the last pack of Quaker Oats.” (Paragraph 6)

• The main character believes Alice is incompetent.

• The main character feels the need to parent Alice.

• The main character thinks Alice has an attitude problem.

• The main character wants to be a loving brother to Alice.

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CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

Which statement best describes the relationship between the main character and Derrick.

• The main character tries to nurture Derrick and be a loving brother, so they can both help Alice.

• The main character wants Derrick to put his emotions aside, like he has, and focus on what they have to do

• The main character thinks Derrick is soft and too emotional, so tries to toughen Derrick up with harsh words.

• The main character wants Derrick to stay healthy, so he can continue to develop his love of books and learning.

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CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which detail best supports the idea that the main character is worried?

• “When you turn to walk away, keep your shoulders from slumping and your head from dropping.” (Paragraph 2)

• “Her eyes will be tight, her nose will be flared.” (Paragraph 6)

• “If you’re not spending nights pacing the floor after everyone is asleep, you’re sleeping on Alice’s bedroom floor…” (Paragraph 10)

• “Remind Derrick that the sheriff is on his way. Tell him to keep up.” (Paragraph 14)

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

How does the author’s use of second-person contribute to the story’s development?

• The second-person narrator permits the main character to process their emotions without judgement from the reader.

• The second-person narrator suggests that the main character is emotionally removed from what is happening

• The second-person narrator allows the reader to know exactly what all the characters are thinking and feeling

• The second-person narrator allows the reader to hear all of the main character's thoughts and feelings.

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CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

Which of the following statements best describes a major theme of the story?

• Ultimately, family members are the only ones that can be counted on.

• One cannot heal from trauma until their emotions are dealt with.

• Sometimes we have to put our emotions aside to help others.

• Relying on friends during a crisis can be dangerous.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2