The Space Rock Activity

What is the main theme of the passage?

• The value of family and community

• The importance of wealth

• The danger of meteorites

• The power of technology

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What figurative language is used in Scene 1 when Old Karl says, "Farming is no slice of pie"?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Hyperbole

• Personification

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What can be inferred about Pop's character based on his reaction to the millionaire's offer?

• He is greedy and wants more money

• He values the meteorite for sentimental reasons

• He is afraid of change

• He is indecisive

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Why does the family ultimately decide not to sell the meteorite?

• They do not believe it is valuable

• They want to help the town of Rock Creek

• They are waiting for a better offer

• They are afraid of losing the rock

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is the significance of the meteorite in the story?

• It symbolizes the family's wealth

• It represents change and opportunity

• It is a warning of danger

• It is a piece of art

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

How does the author illustrate the passage of time in the story?

• By changing the season

• By showing the growth of crops

• By using Old Karl to narrate past events

• By describing the weather

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

In Scene 6, what does Pop mean when he says, "Getting what you need out of something is better than getting all you can out of something"?

• Being greedy is beneficial

• It's important to take everything you can

• Satisfaction with essentials is wiser

• Always strive for more

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does the shadow passing overhead in Scene 2 imply?

• A large airplane passing by

• The meteorite falling to Earth

• A storm approaching

• A bird flying above

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

What role does Theo play in the family’s decision about the meteorite?

• He pushes for selling it for profit

• He suggests finding more meteorite pieces

• He ignores the meteorite

• He tries to hide the meteorite

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Why does Pop decide to give the meteorite to the town?

• He believes it will help the town recover

• He wants to make a profit later

• He no longer values it

• He fears the rock will break

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3