Snow Globe, The Interlopers, The Lion and the Hare ...

Which phrase in paragraphs 7–8 of Passage 1 develops a warning tone?

• I’ll stay a little longer

• he began helping Jenna

• almost in a trance

• big, round wooden buttons

Which two statements best explain how point of view creates a sense of mystery in Passage 1?

• The point of view helps readers share in Jenna's feelings of frustration and anger.

• The point of view lets readers experience each of the characters' internal conflicts.

• The point of view prevents readers from knowing the plans of the residents of Snowtown.

• The point of view offers readers insight into why Jameson feels concerned and confused.

• The point of view keeps readers from understanding the motivations of any of the characters.

Read these sentences from paragraph 2 of Passage 2.

“The forest lands of Gradwitz were of wide extent and well stocked

with game; the narrow strip of precipitous woodland that lay on its

outskirt was not remarkable for the game it harbored or the shooting

it afforded, but it was the most jealously guarded of all its owner’s

territorial possessions.”

What is the meaning of the word game based on the context of the passage provided?

• a clever plan

• a wild animal

• a competitive sport

• a willingness to try something new

In Passage 2, which sentence contributes to the author’s development of dramatic irony through the narrator’s outside point of view?

• “Both men raised their voices in as loud a shout as they could muster.” (paragraph 32)

• “'How many of them are there?' asked Georg.” (paragraph 34)

• “'They are making all the speed they can, brave lads,' said Ulrich gladly.” (paragraph 37)

• “'No,' said Ulrich with a laugh, the idiotic chattering laugh of a man unstrung with hideous fear.” (paragraph 39)

What element is the same in the structure of both passages?

• Both passages have an ironic ending in which the characters’ expectations are not met.

• Both passages feature flashbacks, which develop the characters.

• Both passages are driven by humor, which advances the plot.

• The plot of each passage is nonlinear, or not chronological.

Click the statement according to how the structure

contributes to the text in Passage 1, Passage 2, or both passages.

Passage 1

• The author uses characters to develop the plot.

• The author uses tension to lead to a dramatic ending.

• The author develops tension through the setting and dialogue.

• The author foreshadows the man character's demise in the plot.

Click the statement according to how the structure

contributes to the text in Passage 1, Passage 2, or both passages.

Passage 2

• The author uses characters to develop the plot.

• The author uses tension to lead to a dramatic ending.

• The author develops tension through the setting and dialogue.

• The author foreshadows the man character's demise in the plot.

Click the statement according to how the structure

contributes to the text in Passage 1, Passage 2, or both passages.

Both Passages

• The author uses characters to develop the plot.

• The author uses tension to lead to a dramatic ending.

• The author develops tension through the setting and dialogue.

• The author foreshadows the man character's demise in the plot.

What theme does the modern story in Passage 2 draw on from the fable in Passage 1?

• Tricksters don’t win.

• Strength overcomes challenges.

• Being small can be an advantage.

• You can outsmart an enemy with intelligence.

Which two details from Passage 2 draw on events from the fable in Passage 1?

• Jodie got up to get some milk from the refrigerator. When she returned to the dining room, she saw the mouse leap from the table. (paragraph 14)

• The next evening, Jodie lay on her bed with clenched fists. I could be at Jen’s right now, she thought. Her father came in at bedtime. (paragraph 32)

• Soon both of them were giggling as shadow dogs, birds, and even mice paraded past her bed. (paragraph 37)

• She took the candle off her nightstand and placed it on the floor. Then she crouched by her bed. (paragraph 43)

• The shadow of a gigantic cat stalked across the wall, complete with fangs. The mouse shrieked and ran into the closet. (paragraph 50)