Wuthering Heights Chapters 4 and 5 (Reflection)

Identify the main conflict in chapters 4 and 5 of Wuthering Heights.

• Conflict between Catherine and Nelly

• Struggle between Isabella and Catherine

• Rivalry between Nelly and Lockwood

• Tension between Heathcliff and Hindley, and growing animosity between Heathcliff and Edgar Linton

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

What literary device is used in the description of the moors in these chapters?

• Metaphor

• Alliteration

• Simile

• Imagery

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Describe the setting of Wuthering Heights in chapters 4 and 5 and explain its significance to the story.

• The setting of Wuthering Heights in chapters 4 and 5 is the deserts of Arizona.

• The setting of Wuthering Heights in chapters 4 and 5 is the mountains of Switzerland.

• The setting of Wuthering Heights in chapters 4 and 5 is the moors of Yorkshire.

• The setting of Wuthering Heights in chapters 4 and 5 is the beaches of California.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.1.4

What is the theme that is prominent in these chapters? Provide examples from the text to support your answer.

• The theme of nature and its influence on characters

• Social class and its impact on relationships

• The theme of love and its impact on decision making

• The theme of revenge and its consequences

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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

Analyze the character of Heathcliff in chapters 4 and 5. How does he contribute to the plot development?

• Heathcliff contributes to the plot development by being a passive observer with no influence on the events.

• Heathcliff contributes to the plot development by being a kind and forgiving character.

• Heathcliff contributes to the plot development by having no impact on the other characters.

• Heathcliff contributes to the plot development through his vengeful nature and interactions with other characters.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

Identify a key event in these chapters and explain its impact on the overall plot of the novel.

• Catherine's marriage to Edgar Linton

• The birth of Hareton Earnshaw

• Hindley's decision to leave Wuthering Heights

• Heathcliff's arrival at Wuthering Heights

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

What conflict arises between Catherine and Heathcliff in these chapters? How does it shape their relationship?

• Weather conditions and their impact on farming

• A disagreement over the color of the curtains

• Social status and Hindley's disapproval

• Catherine's dislike for Heathcliff's cooking

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.1.1

What is the role of nature in portraying the emotions of the characters in chapters 4 and 5?

• Nature reflects the emotions of the characters through stormy weather and rugged landscape.

• The author uses direct descriptions to convey the characters' emotions, not nature

• The characters' emotions are portrayed through their actions and dialogue, not nature

• Nature has no role in portraying the emotions of the characters

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Discuss the use of foreshadowing in these chapters. How does it create suspense for the reader?

• Foreshadowing is used to hint at future events, creating suspense for the reader.

• Foreshadowing is used to summarize past events, not create suspense.

• Foreshadowing is used to confuse the reader, not create suspense.

• Foreshadowing is used to provide background information, not create suspense.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

How does the author use the weather to reflect the mood and emotions of the characters in chapters 4 and 5?

• Describing extreme heat and sunshine during intense and emotional scenes

• Using fog and mist to reflect moments of contentment and happiness

• Describing stormy and turbulent weather during intense and emotional scenes, and calm and peaceful weather during moments of contentment and happiness.

• Depicting calm and peaceful weather during intense and emotional scenes

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.5