Laurie's mother is concerned that Charles is a bad influence on Laurie. What is Laurie's father's response?

"Bound to be people like Charles in the world. Might as well meet them now as later."

"Well, what do you want me to do about it?"

"Let's see if we can have a talk with that teacher."

When Charles was suddenly good at school, Laurie reported that ....

Charles was the teacher's helper.

Charles's father had come to school.

Charles didn't have any friends.

What is the shocking discovery that Laurie's mother makes when she meets Laurie's teacher?

Laurie and Charles are the same person.

Charles's behavior is even worse than Laurie had described

Laurie's behavior has been almost as bad as Charles's

What conclusion can the reader draw about the mother?

She does not want to believe that Laurie can be naughty.

She is overwhelmed by the responsibilities of parenthood.

She does not think that Laurie’s father is a good parent

She is concerned about how Laurie’s teacher treats children

How does the first-person point of view affect this story?

It allows the ending to include a surprising twist.

It helps the reader to understand the conflict between Laurie’s parents.

It reveals why Charles misbehaves.

It explains how Laurie feels about kindergarten.

Why do you think Laurie created the imaginary boy Charles?

both to gain attention and to keep from getting in trouble

to keep from getting in trouble for his actions

to gain attention from his stories

Which of the following is the best summary of "Charles"?

A young boy tells his mother about a rowdy kindergartner in his class.

A woman is upset with her son's behavior.

A kindergarten boy causes lots of trouble and surprises

Parents support teachers by disciplining children.

Which statement below is a main theme of "Charles"?

It's easier to recognize other people's problems than your own.

Kindergarten is a difficult grade.

What was the author's main purpose for writing this passage?

to entertain with an amusing story

to give information about what kindergarten is like

to descibe how kindergarten students behave

to persuade parents to become involved in schools

What is one reason Laurie might enjoy telling his parents about Charles’s behavior?

He finds it entertaining to shock his parents.

He is trying to avoid punishment from his parents.

He feels guilty about Charles's actions.

He wants to impress his friends.

Which of the following actions does Laurie say Charles does at school?

Charles misbehaves and causes trouble at school.

Charles excels in all his subjects.

Charles is a model student who helps others.

Charles is the teacher's favorite student.

What might Laurie’s stories about Charles reveal about his own character?

Charles might be exploring his own misbehavior..

Charles is always obedient and well-mannered.

Charles is a diligent student who follows rules.

Charles is shy and introverted.

Why do Laurie’s parents believe his stories about Charles without questioning them?

Laurie's parents trust him and do not realize that Charles is a representation of Laurie's own actions.

They think Charles is a real person.

Laurie's parents are unaware of Laurie's behavior.

They believe Charles is a bad influence from school.

What clue suggests that Charles might not be real?

Charles’s behavior is similar to Laurie’s.

Charles is a historical figure.

Charles is a character in a book.

What does Laurie’s mom’s reaction to his stories about Charles suggest?

Laurie’s mom is concerned about Charles’s influence.

Laurie’s mom believes Charles is a good influence on Laurie.

Laurie’s mom thinks Charles is a fictional character created by Laurie.

Laurie’s mom is concerned about Charles's behavior and takes action.

Which theme is revealed by the ending of the story?

The impact of a child’s honesty.

What message might the author be suggesting about children through Laurie’s character?

Children are sometimes mischievous and may hide their own behavior.

Children lack the ability to form friendships and social bonds.

Children are only interested in playing and do not think deeply about anything.

Children are always obedient and never question authority.

Why is the character of Charles important to understanding Laurie’s perspective on rules?

Charles serves as a “cover” for Laurie to explore his own rebellion.

Charles encourages Laurie to follow all rules without question.

Charles is a minor character with no impact on Laurie's views.

Charles represents the importance of strict adherence to rules.

How does the ending of the story affect the theme of perception versus reality?

It highlights that Laurie’s stories about Charles were made up, changing the reader’s perception of him.

The ending has no impact on the theme whatsoever.

The ending reveals that all characters perceive reality the same way.

The ending confirms the characters' beliefs as accurate.

What is the meaning of Onomatopoeia

A word that imitates the sound it represents.

Tired or worn out in appearance.

What is the meaning of Personification

A figure of speech in which an object or animal is given human feelings, thoughts, or attitudes

A positive change or improvement in behavior.

A comparison of two unlike things using like or as

The repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables

What is the meaning of Simile?

A comparison of two unlike things using like or as

Tired or worn out in appearance.

What is the meaning of Alliteration?

The repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables

A comparison of two unlike things using like or as

A word that imitates the sound it represents.

A figure of speech in which an object or animal is given human feelings, thoughts, or attitudes

What is the meaning of the suffix -ent, -ant

an action, condition, causing a specific action

one who; action or process; more

Tired or worn out in appearance.

What is the meaning of the suffix -er, -or?

one who; action or process; more

In a detailed or complex manner.

What is the meaning of Renounced?

Gave up or abandoned a habit or possession.

one who; action or process; more

Tired or worn out in appearance.

What is the meaning of swaggering?

Walking or behaving in a confident, arrogant manner.

Tired or worn out in appearance.

Gave up or abandoned a habit or possession.

In a detailed or complex manner.

What is the meaning of elaborately?

In a detailed or complex manner.

one who; action or process; more

What is the meaning of cynical?

Distrustful or suspicious of others' motives.

Tired or worn out in appearance.

one who; action or process; more

Week 14 Study Guide -Story, Vocabulary, Figurative Language, Roo

Authored by Darrell Hynson

English

6th - 8th Grade

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What new experience is Laurie facing?

getting a new baby-sitter

starting high school

starting kindergarten

going to summer camp

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the mother view Laurie before the day he begins kindergarten?

as a sweet-voiced nursery-school tot

as a swaggering, shouting boy

as an insolent child

as a shy little boy

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CCSS.RL.6.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Whose perspective is the story told from?

Charles

Laurie's teacher

Laurie's mother

Laurie's father

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CCSS.RL.6.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Laurie, what happened when Charles had to stay after school?

The principal called his mother.

He had to sit on his knees in the corner.

All the children stayed to watch him.

No one wanted to play with Charles.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Laurie, do the other students tend to side with Charles or the teacher?

They side with Charles.

They side with the teacher.

They don't side with either.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.W.6.9A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is Charles an institution in Laurie's family?

The parents think Charles should be put in a mental institution.

Laurie talks about Charles so much that the parents feel he is part of the family.

Laurie's family wants to help Charles.

Anyone who makes a mess or causes trouble is said to be acting like Charles.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.W.6.9A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Laurie's mother wants to meet Charles's mother because

Laurie's mother wants to invite her over for tea

Laurie's mother wants to complain to her about Charles's behavior .

Laurie's mother is curious about the mother of such a troublemaker.

Laurie's mother feels she has a lot in common with Charles's mother.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.3

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Week 14 Study Guide -Story, Vocabulary, Figurative Language, Roo

What new experience is Laurie facing?

How does the mother view Laurie before the day he begins kindergarten?

Whose perspective is the story told from?

According to Laurie, what happened when Charles had to stay after school?

According to Laurie, do the other students tend to side with Charles or the teacher?

How is Charles an institution in Laurie's family?

Laurie's mother wants to meet Charles's mother because

Why did Laurie's mother miss the first Parent Teacher meeting?

Laurie's mother is concerned that Charles is a bad influence on Laurie. What is Laurie's father's response?

Laurie's mother went to the P.T.A. meeting because she hoped to meet.....

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