Catch Me if You Can: HMH 4th Grade Drama

In Catch Me if You Can , how do the stage directions influence the conflict?

• They explain the backstory of the characters.

• They reveal the emotions and actions of the characters, adding tension to the conflict.

• They describe the setting in detail, creating a peaceful atmosphere.

• They introduce new characters who solve the conflict.

The narrator says that most of the runners fall down during the race, exhausted. What does the word exhausted mean as it is used in the play?

• weary from activity

• out of balance

• in pain

• empty

Which sentence best summarizes what happens during the race?

• Atalanta runs faster than everyone else.

• Atalanta tricks the other runners so she can win.

• Atalanta and Young John run together and tie for first place.

• Atalanta becomes upset that Young John is as fast as she is.

Which pair of words best describe Young John?

• patient and calm

• funny and amusing

• eager and responsible

• fair and understanding

What happens at the end of the play?

• Atalanta goes to China and Young John goes to the Pyramids.

• The king travels to the Grand Canyon with the spectators.

• Atalanta and Young John get married.

• The king decides to hold a new race.

Which sentence best states the theme of the play?

• Working together helps people become friends.

• People should be allowed to plan their own lives.

• Children should listen to those with more experience.

• Traveling to different parts of the world is important.

How does the setting of the play influence the characters' decisions?

• It provides a backdrop that encourages adventure.

• It limits the characters' actions due to its constraints.

• It has no impact on the characters' decisions.

• It creates a sense of urgency for the characters.

Which character trait best helps Atalanta succeed in the race?

• Her determination to win.

• Her ability to strategize.

• Her kindness towards others.

• Her willingness to take risks.

How does Young John's attitude change throughout the race?

• He becomes more competitive.

• He loses interest in the race.

• He becomes more supportive of Atalanta.

• He becomes frustrated with the rules.

What lesson does Atalanta learn by the end of the play?

• Winning isn't everything.

• Trusting others is important.

• Speed is the key to success.

• Planning ahead is unnecessary.