Where the Crawdads Sing Chapters 1-5 Quiz

Character analysis: Who is the main character in the first five chapters of the book?

• Tom Robinson

• Atticus Finch

• Huckleberry Finn

• Kya Clark

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Character analysis: Describe the personality traits of the protagonist in the initial chapters.

• The protagonist is forgetful, disorganized, and unreliable.

• The protagonist in the initial chapters is described as independent, resilient, and resourceful.

• The protagonist is lazy, dependent, and unresourceful.

• The protagonist is introverted, timid, and passive.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Character analysis: How does the author portray the relationship between the protagonist and her family members?

• Strained and distant

• Indifferent and uncaring

• Close-knit and harmonious

• Loving and supportive

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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

Character analysis: What are the key characteristics of the antagonist introduced in the first five chapters?

• Honest, trustworthy, and loyal

• Manipulative, controlling, and intimidating

• Kind, compassionate, and friendly

• Introverted, shy, and timid

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Plot summary: What significant event occurs in the opening chapter of the book?

• The main character moves to a new town

• A mysterious stranger arrives in the village

• The discovery of a dead body in the marsh

• A wedding takes place in the community

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Plot summary: How does the protagonist's childhood experiences shape the plot of the story?

• The protagonist's childhood experiences shape the plot of the story by making them a better cook

• The protagonist's childhood experiences shape the plot of the story by influencing their beliefs, fears, and motivations, as well as shaping their relationships with other characters.

• The protagonist's childhood experiences have no impact on the plot of the story

• The protagonist's childhood experiences only affect their fashion choices

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Plot summary: What is the central conflict introduced in the initial chapters?

• The main character's romantic relationship with a local fisherman

• The main character's struggle with a physical disability

• Isolation and loneliness of the main character, Kya

• The main character's conflict with a rival in the small town

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Theme identification: What themes related to nature are evident in the first five chapters?

• Technology, politics, and sports

• Romance, mystery, and horror

• War, economics, and fashion

• The themes related to nature evident in the first five chapters are solitude, survival, and the beauty of the natural world.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Theme identification: How does the author explore the theme of isolation in the early part of the book?

• Kya is constantly surrounded by people and never feels alone.

• Kya is abandoned by her family and left to fend for herself in the marshes.

• Kya lives happily with her family in a bustling city.

• Kya is surrounded by friends and family who support her.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Theme identification: What themes related to societal prejudices are highlighted in the initial chapters?

• Themes related to societal acceptance and inclusion

• Themes related to environmental conservation

• Themes related to individualism and self-reliance

• Themes related to societal prejudices such as classism and racism are highlighted in the initial chapters.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2