Reading Comprehension in The Pigman

Why might Zindel have chosen to include a party scene that spirals out of control before Mr. Pignati’s death? To...

• • show that John and Lorraine are purely selfish & rebellious.

• • highlight the theme of loss of innocence and its consequences.

• • indicate that Mr. Pignati would approve because he knows the importance of having fun, especially for teenagers.

• • prove that teenagers cannot be trusted.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which literary element is most evident when John and Lorraine reflect on their actions after the party?

• Foreshadowing

• Irony

• Flashback

• Symbolism

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

What might the pig collection symbolize to John and Lorraine after Mr. Pignati’s death?

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• • A reminder of the fun they had with Mr. Pignati

• • A burden that they need to rid themselves of.

• • A symbol of the innocence and kindness they destroyed.

• • The reason that Norton showed up to the party & why everything spiraled out of control.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does Lorraine’s confrontation with her mother in chapter 14 reveal about their relationship?

• • Lorraine's mother respects Lorraine’s independence and decisions.

• • Lorraine feels misunderstood and judged, indicating a lack of trust between them.

• • Lorraine’s mother supports her friendships, showing she values Lorraine’s happiness.

• • Lorraine easily persuades her mother to accept Mr. Pignati.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What theme is highlighted by the consequences of the party at Mr. Pignati's house?

• The importance of friendship

• The inevitability of change

• The dangers of peer pressure

• The value of honesty

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

How do the events in chapters 13 and 14 (the party & its aftermath) foreshadow how John and Lorraine's relationship with Mr. Pignati changes?

• They become closer friends.

• They feel guilty and distance themselves.

• They continue to visit him regularly.

• They introduce him to more of their friends.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Evaluate the impact of the party on John and Lorraine's friendship. How does it affect their relationship?

• It strengthens their bond.

• It causes tension and conflict.

• It has no significant impact.

• It leads to a mutual understanding.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Identify the literary element used when Mr. Pignati's health declines after the party.

• Metaphor

• Foreshadowing

• Personification

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

What is the significance of the last two chapters of the novel in terms of character development for John and Lorraine?

• They realize the importance of honesty.

• They begin to understand the consequences of their actions.

• They decide to end their friendship.

• They plan to apologize to Mr. Pignati.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

In what way does the party scene serve as a turning point in the story? It...

• • is a moment of happiness and fulfillment for the characters.

• • leads to John and Lorraine deciding they do not need Mr. Pignati.

• • is the last time they can act carelessly without serious consequences.

• • allows them to realize they have more friends than they thought.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9