Julie of the Wolves

The word choice in paragraph 2 affects the tone of the story by

• developing a sense of appreciation for the setting

• indicating a possible direction for the plot

• creating a sense of anxiety for the main character

• suggesting a possible resolution for the conflict

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Which detail supports a theme of the story?

• “She had been lost without food for many sleeps on the North Slope of Alaska.” (paragraph 2)

• “Patience with the ways of nature had been instilled in her by her father.” (paragraph 6)

• “Then his eyes sped to each of the three adult wolves that made up his pack and finally to the five pups . . .” (paragraph 7)

• “Not a tree grew anywhere to break the monotony of the gold-green plain . . .” (paragraph 8)

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What do the details in paragraphs 3 and 4 reveal about Miyax?

• She has enjoyed learning about the habitats of different wild animals.

• She believes her father would be able to develop a friendship with the wolf.

• She has developed an understanding of nature and animal behaviors.

• She plans to share new animal signals that she learns with her family.

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Which quotation best reveals Miyax’s attitude toward Amaroq?

• “The pack looked to him when the wind carried strange scents or the birds cried nervously.” (paragraph 4)

• “True, she moved slowly and quietly, so as not to alarm him; yet she did wish he would see the kindness in her eyes.” (paragraph 5)

• “The great wolf ’s eyes softened at the sight of the little wolves, then quickly hardened into brittle yellow jewels as he scanned the flat tundra.” (paragraph 7)

• “Miyax tensed and listened, too. Did he hear some brewing storm, some approaching enemy?” (paragraph 9)

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How does the author’s use of language in paragraph 10 contribute to the tone of the story?

• by giving a name to the leader of the wolf pack

• by illustrating how the land has inspired Miyax to not give up

• by using geographical terms to describe the setting

• by reinforcing Miyax’s senses of danger and hope

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In “Excerpt from Julie of the Wolves,” how do details about the setting affect the story? Use two details form the story to support your response.

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In many parts of the world, wolves are typically feared by humans. How does the author of “Excerpt from Julie of the Wolves” present a contrast to this idea? Use two details from the story to support your response.

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