Strategic Thinking Quiz

Imagine you are writing a story about a character who has to complete chores but suspects someone of malice in the house. How would the character plan to uncover the truth while still completing their chores?

• The character ignores their chores and focuses only on the suspected malice.

• The character completes their chores quickly without paying attention to anything else.

• The character uses their chores as a way to subtly observe and gather evidence about the suspected malice.

• The character tells everyone in the house about their suspicion openly.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

You are tasked with writing a dialogue in a play where one character is plotting with malice, but must communicate in code during a discussion about household chores. How should the dialogue be structured to maintain secrecy yet convey the plan?

• Use clear and direct language about the malicious plan.

• Embed the plan subtly in the discussion about chores using metaphors and analogies.

• Avoid discussing the plan and only talk about chores.

• Write the dialogue without any hidden meanings or codes.

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Create a scenario where a character must redesign the layout of their home to protect themselves from someone with malice. What strategic considerations should the character take into account?

• The aesthetic appeal of the home only.

• The best places to hide valuable items.

• Ways to block all entrances and exits.

• Visibility of all entry points and secure locations to retreat if needed.

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In a story, a character finds a mysterious note while doing chores that hints at malice. How should the character analyze the note to determine its origin and purpose without jumping to conclusions?

• Ignore the note and throw it away.

• Immediately accuse family members based on the note.

• Compare the handwriting with known samples from other characters.

• Show the note to everyone in the neighborhood asking for insights.

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A group of students is assigned a project to create a model of an efficient household layout that minimizes time spent on chores. What strategic planning should they employ to ensure the layout is effective?

• Focus solely on the decoration of the house.

• Ensure each room has multiple purposes to reduce movement.

• Place all furniture against the walls regardless of function.

• Make the largest room the center for all activities.

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Write a short essay on how the concept of malice could be subtly introduced in a narrative about daily chores without directly stating it.

• Describe a character constantly avoiding certain chores.

• Mention how chores are always perfectly done, hinting at an unnaturally strict control.

• Include direct statements of characters expressing hatred while doing chores.

• Focus on the joy and teamwork in completing chores.

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A character in a novel suspects their neighbor of malice. They decide to observe the neighbor's house layout to gather clues. What reasoning process should the character follow to make their observation effective?

• Observe at random times without any plan.

• Only watch the front door of the house.

• Plan systematic observations focusing on times when suspicious activity is most likely.

• Ask other neighbors to do the observation.

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In a classroom setting, students are asked to write a story where the main character uses their knowledge of household chores to thwart a plan made with malice. What elements should the story include to show strategic thinking?

• The character performs chores without awareness of the surroundings.

• The character uses their routine as a cover to gather information and plan a counteraction.

• The character completely ignores the malicious plan and focuses on chores.

• The character quits doing chores altogether to confront the antagonist.

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A mystery novel involves a plot where the key to solving a crime lies in the layout of an old mansion. What reasoning should the detective use to connect the layout with the crime?

• Focus only on the color and style of the mansion's decor.

• Consider how the layout could provide hidden pathways or secret rooms.

• Ignore the layout and focus only on interviewing residents.

• Assume the layout has no relevance to the crime.

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How can a teacher incorporate the theme of malice into a lesson about the importance of completing chores responsibly?

• By suggesting that neglecting chores can lead to feelings of resentment and malice among family members.

• By stating that chores have no connection to personal feelings or conflicts.

• By focusing only on the technical aspects of chore completion.

• By ignoring the theme of malice entirely.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking