Rogue Wave by Theodore Taylor

Why are paragraphs 1 and 3 important to the story’s plot?

• They tell about large waves at sea.

• They establish the story’s setting.

• They foreshadow events to come.

• They suggest the dangers of sailing.

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CCSS.RL.7.1

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The word navigation comes from the Latin word agere, meaning “drive or lead.” This information helps the reader understand that navigation in paragraph 7 most closely means the act of —

• being at sea

• guiding a course at sea

• taking a long voyage

• powering a ship

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CCSS.RI.7.4

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The word submerging comes from the Latin word mergere, meaning “to plunge.” This information helps the reader understand that submerging in paragraph 9 means that part of the boat is —

• rolling into the sea

• sliding through the water

• tumbling over a wave

• sinking in the water

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CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.RI.7.4

Which sentence is part of the climax of the story?

• It was almost unbearable to know she was alive and he was unable to do anything for her. (paragraph 44)

• He wished she would tap again to let him know she was still alive. (paragraph 57)

• Treading water beside the hull, she sucked in fresh air and finally called out, “Sully . . .” (paragraph 62)

• The Red Rooster’s captain, Mark Stevens, asked, “What happened?” (paragraph 66)

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CCSS.RL.7.1

How is suspense created in the story?

• The setting of the selection is far out to sea.

• The giant wave flips over the boat early in the selection.

• The two characters each wonder how the other is doing.

• The fishing boat rescues the two characters from the derelict.

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The author most likely includes Scoot’s blackout in order to —

• A. focus on the actions of Sully

• B. highlight her lack of action

• C. create tension and uncertainty

• D. emphasize her inexperience

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CCSS.RL.7.1

What can the reader infer about how Sully feels from the details in paragraphs 22–25?

• He is angry about the mistakes he has made.

• He is doubtful that he can contact Scoot.

• He is worried because he let her go below.

• He is unsure of how to get into the cabin.

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CCSS.RL.7.1

For which two reasons does Sully continually repeat the word skylight?

• He hopes that Scoot will eventually hear him.

• He is constantly thinking about what Scoot is doing.

• He is desperate for ways to help Scoot escape.

• He is trying to keep his mind occupied with something else.

• He wants to find a way to stay calm and think clearly.

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.4

Based on the details of the story, what two things can be inferred about Scoot?

• She is a problem solver.

• She is tolerant.

• She is fair.

• She is determined.

• She is a leader.

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CCSS.RL.7.1

How do Sully’s attempts to communicate with Scoot create suspense and advance the plot?

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.W.7.9A