Ocean at the End of the Lane, Chapter 6

What is the focus of chapter 6?

• The boy's new housekeeper

• The boy's adventures outside

• The boy's family troubles

• The boy's communication with the Hempstocks

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

Why does the boy dislike Ursula Monkton?

• Because she is tall and pretty

• Because she is uneasy and makes him feel uncomfortable

• Because she is constantly watching him

• Because she hides her true nature

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CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

What does the boy try to do throughout the chapter?

• Get a hold of the Hempstocks

• Climb trees and read

• Contact Lettie using the phone

• Hide from Ursula Monkton

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.1.1

Why does Ursula Monkton constantly appear to stop the boy?

• To protect him from danger

• To keep him from leaving the land

• To prevent him from using the phone

• To watch over him and keep him in his room

How does the boy feel about being constantly watched?

• Happy and secure

• Alone and trapped

• Excited and adventurous

• Confused and curious

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CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does the boy wish his family could see through?

• The facade of Ursula Monkton

• His own thoughts and feelings

• The land and trees outside

• The true nature of Lettie

What is the role of Ursula Monkton in the story?

• She is the boy's sister

• She is the boy's new housekeeper

• She is the boy's mother

• She is Lettie's friend

How does the boy's family perceive Ursula Monkton?

• As a tall and pretty woman

• As a friendly and trustworthy person

• As someone who is constantly watching the boy

• As someone who is not who she says she is

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CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

What problem does the boy face in chapter 6?

• His sister's admiration for Ursula

• His parents' belief in Ursula's facade

• Being stuck in the house with no way out

• Ursula's constant interference with his plans

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CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.2

What does the boy use to try and contact Lettie?

• A rotary phone

• A mobile phone

• A payphone

• A computer

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.1.1