A Piece of String Quiz

What are the key characteristics of Maître Hauchecorne in the story A Piece of String?

• Miserly and suspicious

• Adventurous and bold

• Introverted and shy

• Generous and trusting

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

How does the theme of social class and reputation play a role in the story?

• The theme is only briefly mentioned and does not influence the plot

• The characters are not affected by social class or reputation

• It influences the characters' actions and interactions with each other.

• It has no impact on the story

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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

Provide a brief plot summary of A Piece of String and analyze its significance in the story.

• A Piece of String is a story about a group of friends who go on a treasure hunt and find a valuable piece of string.

• The plot summary of A Piece of String is about a man who finds a piece of string and uses it to solve a mystery.

• The plot summary of A Piece of String revolves around a man named Hauchecorne who is falsely accused of stealing a pocketbook. Despite his efforts to prove his innocence, no one believes him. The significance of the story lies in the theme of perception and how easily one's reputation can be tarnished by false accusations.

• The story of A Piece of String is about a woman who loses her necklace and accuses a man of stealing it.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What is the symbolism of the piece of string in the story?

• Love and compassion

• Deception and manipulation

• Honesty and integrity

• Courage and bravery

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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

Describe the setting of A Piece of String and its impact on the story.

• A remote village in Japan

• A small town in France

• A bustling city in Italy

• A deserted island in the Caribbean

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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

What actions of Maître Hauchecorne reflect his character traits?

• Kindness and generosity

• Laziness and dishonesty

• Persistence and honesty

• Stubbornness and arrogance

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the social class of Maître Hauchecorne affect his reputation in the story?

• His social class makes others trust him more

• His social class has no impact on his reputation

• His social class leads others to doubt his honesty and integrity.

• His social class makes others admire him

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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

Explain the significance of the piece of string in relation to Maître Hauchecorne's reputation.

• The piece of string is irrelevant to Maître Hauchecorne's reputation and has no significance.

• It is a symbol of Maître Hauchecorne's honesty and integrity, enhancing his reputation in the community.

• It is falsely believed to be evidence of Maître Hauchecorne's involvement in a theft, which damages his reputation in the community.

• The string is a sign of Maître Hauchecorne's wealth and prosperity, elevating his reputation in the community.

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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

Discuss the role of the rural setting in shaping the events of the story.

• The rural setting has no impact on the story

• The rural setting only affects the weather in the story

• The rural setting influences the characters' behaviors, plot development, and atmosphere of the narrative.

• The rural setting is irrelevant to the plot

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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

How does the plot of A Piece of String reflect the theme of social class and reputation?

• The plot has no connection to social class or reputation

• The protagonist's actions have no consequences related to social class or reputation

• The theme of social class and reputation is not explored in the plot

• The plot highlights the impact of social class and reputation on the protagonist's life and how it influences the way he is perceived and treated by others.

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