Understanding the Remarkable Rocket

Which statement is true about the Remarkable Rocket's view of himself?

• He believes he is inferior to the other fireworks.

• He thinks he is superior to all other fireworks.

• He sees himself as just another part of the display.

• He views himself as a failure from the start.

What is the Rocket's primary goal in the story?

• To impress the other fireworks.

• To become friends with the townspeople.

• To entertain the royal family with a grand display.

• To realize his mistakes and learn a lesson.

Which type of irony is evident when the Rocket believes he will be admired by all, but ends up ignored and discarded?

• Verbal irony

• Situational irony

• Dramatic irony

• Cosmic irony

The audience knows that the Rocket's role in the celebration is minor, but the Rocket thinks he is the star of the event. This is an example of:

• Situational irony

• Dramatic irony

• Verbal irony

• Tragic irony

When the Rocket says he is meant for great things, but we know he will end up failing and forgotten, this creates an effect of:

• Situational irony, because what happens is opposite to his expectations.

• Verbal irony, because he speaks with sarcasm.

• Cosmic irony, because it's due to fate.

• None of the above.

What reading strategy did you use today to explore examples of irony in the story?

• Skimming

• Predicting

• Close reading

• Summarizing