Magic Finger Skills Quiz

What can be inferred about the girl's feelings towards hunting at the beginning of "The Magic Finger"?

• She is indifferent to hunting.

• She enjoys hunting.

• She is strongly opposed to hunting.

• She is curious about hunting.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does the girl's ability to use the magic finger affect her relationships with the Gregg family?

• It makes the Gregg family fear her.

• It strengthens their friendship as they find it amusing.

• It causes a temporary strain but leads to understanding.

• It has no effect on their relationship.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What theme is most evident when the Gregg family experiences life as birds?

• The importance of family.

• The consequences of one's actions.

• The joy of adventure.

• The value of forgiveness.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What does the transformation of the Gregg family signify in the plot?

• A punishment for their past behaviors.

• A new beginning for the family.

• The randomness of magical events.

• The girl's uncontrollable power.

From whose point of view is "The Magic Finger" primarily told?

• The girl with the magic finger.

• Mr. Gregg.

• An omniscient narrator.

• Mrs. Gregg.

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What can be inferred about the girl's use of the magic finger?

• She uses it to gain popularity.

• It is always intentional and under control.

• It is triggered by strong emotions.

• She regrets having this power.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does the experience of being birds impact the Gregg family's view on hunting?

• They become more enthusiastic about hunting.

• Their views on hunting do not change.

• They develop empathy towards animals and reconsider hunting.

• They decide to hunt only birds in the future.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the significance of the girl choosing not to reveal her name in "The Magic Finger"?

• It shows her desire for anonymity.

• It highlights her mysterious nature.

• It suggests she is not important to the story.

• It indicates her humility and focus on the message rather than herself.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does the author use the Gregg family's transformation to explore the theme of empathy?

• By showing the family's indifference to the plight of birds.

• Through the family's enjoyment of their new perspective.

• By illustrating how the family comes to understand the fear and vulnerability of birds.

• Through the family's decision to continue hunting despite their experiences.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What lesson do the Gregg family learn by the end of "The Magic Finger"?

• The importance of magical powers.

• The value of looking at life from different perspectives.

• The necessity of hunting for survival.

• The significance of maintaining family traditions.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2