The Witches" A Note About Witches and My Grandmother

What is the author's tone when describing witches in "A Note About Witches"?

• Comedic and light-hearted

• Frightening and serious

• Confused and puzzled

• Romantic and whimsical

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CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

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According to the author, what is the most noticeable feature that distinguishes a witch from a real woman?

• Long, flowing hair

• A hooked nose

• Pointed ears

• A tall hat

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CCSS.RI.6.9

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Why do witches always wear gloves, according to the author?

• To keep their hands warm

• To hide their long, sharp nails

• To avoid getting their hands dirty

• To protect themselves from magic spells

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CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.6.6

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CCSS.RI.7.9

What is the author's advice to children about how to recognize a witch?

• Look for their green skin

• Watch out for their glowing eyes

• Pay attention to their cruel laughter

• Trust your grandmother's intuition

What does the grandmother tell her grandson about witches?

• Witches are kind and gentle beings

• Witches are a thing of the past and no longer exist

• Witches are all around us, hiding in plain sight

• Witches can be easily defeated with kindness

Why does the grandmother believe that her grandson should know about witches?

• She wants to scare him

• She wants to entertain him

• She wants to keep him safe

• She wants to make him laugh

What advice does the grandmother give her grandson to stay safe from witches?

• Always wear a hat

• Never talk to strangers

• Avoid candy shops

• Carry a mouse with you at all times

In "My Grandmother," what is the significance of the grandmother's missing thumb?

• It is a mark of a true witch

• It is a sign of her old age

• It is a symbol of her wisdom

• It is a result of a childhood accident

How does the grandmother react when her grandson tells her about the witches he saw at the hotel?

• She doesn't believe him

• She laughs it off

• She becomes angry

• She insists they leave the hotel immediately

In "My Grandmother," what does the grandmother reveal about her past experiences with witches?

• She was once a witch herself

• She had a close encounter with a witch as a child

• She defeated a witch in a magical battle

• She used to be friends with witches