Exploring Grade 4 Reading Street: Cliff Hanger

What genre does the story 'Cliffhanger' belong to?

• Realistic Fiction

• Fantasy

• Science Fiction

• Historical Fiction

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What natural phenomenon complicates the rescue mission for Axel?

• A landslide

• An earthquake

• A thunderstorm

• A snowstorm

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is the name of Axel's dog?

• Rex

• Spot

• Grits

• Buddy

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

How does Axel's father, Doug, react when he hears about the dog being left on the mountain?

• He ignores the situation

• He prepares to rescue the dog

• He calls for professional help

• He tells Axel to forget the dog

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

What climbing technique does Axel use to ensure his safety?

• Using a safety net

• Attaching himself with a carabiner and nut

• Climbing without any gear

• Using a drone for assistance

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

What critical decision does Axel make during his climb?

• To return to the base

• To free climb the last section

• To wait for the storm to pass

• To climb without ropes

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CCSS.RF.1.4C

CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

What does Axel do immediately after rescuing Grits?

• He takes a rest

• He secures Grits and himself

• He descends immediately

• He calls for help

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

What is the main theme of the story 'Cliffhanger'?

• Political conflicts

• Heroism and bravery

• Human and nature interaction

• Technological advancements

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What advice does Jean Craighead George give to young writers?

• To ignore criticism

• To travel the world

• To read and write regularly

• To focus on science

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What inspired many of Jean Craighead George's books?

• Her academic studies

• Her early career in journalism

• Her city life experiences

• Her wilderness trips with her father

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6