A Monster Calls Chapters 1-17 Quiz

Character Analysis: Describe Conor's personality and how it changes throughout the story.

• Conor's personality changes from outgoing to introverted

• Conor's personality changes from kind and compassionate to cruel and heartless

• Conor's personality changes from confident and assertive to insecure and passive

• Conor's personality changes from withdrawn and angry to more accepting and understanding.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Character Analysis: Analyze the relationship between Conor and his mother. How does it evolve as the story progresses?

• Conor and his mother have no relationship at all

• Conor and his mother become enemies by the end of the story

• Their relationship stays strained throughout the story

• Their relationship evolves from strained to understanding and support.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Character Analysis: Discuss the role of the monster in Conor's life and how it reflects his inner struggles.

• The monster reflects Conor's inner struggles and serves as a manifestation of his emotions.

• The monster is a representation of Conor's fears and anxieties

• The monster is a symbol of happiness and joy in Conor's life

• The monster is just a figment of Conor's imagination and has no real significance

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Character Analysis: How does Conor's relationship with his grandmother contribute to his character development?

• Conor's grandmother causes him to become emotionally unstable

• Emotional support and guidance

• Conor's grandmother has no impact on his character development

• Conor's relationship with his grandmother makes him more selfish and uncaring

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Plot Summary: Summarize the main events that lead to the climax of the story.

• The main events that lead to the climax of the story involve the protagonist's struggle with his emotions, the interactions with the monster, and the resolution of the conflict with his family.

• The main events involve a trip to the beach, a birthday party, and a school play

• The interactions with aliens, time travel, and a treasure hunt

• The protagonist's struggle with a broken car, a lost pet, and a failed exam

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Plot Summary: Explain how Conor's recurring nightmare ties into the overall plot of the story.

• Conor's recurring nightmare is a symbol of his happiness and contentment.

• Conor's recurring nightmare is a sign of his love for reading books.

• Conor's recurring nightmare reflects his inner turmoil and fear, which are central themes in the book.

• Conor's recurring nightmare is just a random dream with no significance to the plot.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Plot Summary: Describe the resolution of the story and how it impacts Conor's character.

• Conor decides to run away from his problems and never face them again.

• Conor becomes even more angry and resentful, causing further conflict in the story.

• Conor's mother miraculously recovers from her illness, leading to a happy ending with no impact on Conor's character.

• Conor finally accepts the truth about his mother's illness and is able to let go of his anger and guilt, finding peace and acceptance.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Theme Identification: Identify and explain the theme of loss and grief in the novel.

• Love and romance

• Adventure and excitement

• Loss and grief

• Happiness and joy

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Theme Identification: Discuss the theme of truth and honesty as it relates to Conor's journey.

• Betrayal and dishonesty

• Truth and honesty

• Deception and lies

• Truth and dishonesty

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Theme Identification: Analyze the theme of coming of age and self-acceptance in the story.

• The theme of coming of age and self-acceptance

• The theme of love and betrayal

• The theme of war and peace

• The theme of science and technology

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2