The Haunted Swing Quiz

What is the primary theme of the text?

• Fear and excitement

• The importance of safety

• The evolution of amusement parks

• The history of rides

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

How did Alfred Pitzer create a sense of thrill for riders?

• By making the ride faster

• By offering a safe experience

• By utilizing illusions and tricks

• By adding safety belts

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.7.2

What reaction did patrons have to the Haunted Swing?

• Indifference

• Joy and laughter

• Fear and dizziness

• Excitement to ride again

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.5.9

How is the theme of perception versus reality illustrated in the text?

• Riders felt they were weightless while they were not.

• The usher was actually a magician.

• The ride was powered by machines.

• The swing moved much faster than expected.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.9

What warning did the usher give before the ride?

• To enjoy the scenery

• To hold on tightly and not jump out

• To expect a long wait

• To keep their hats on

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

What event indicated that the ride might be dangerous?

• The long line of patrons

• The terrified screams from riders

• The beautiful design of the room

• The usher's friendly demeanor

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

What does the Haunted Swing ultimately symbolize?

• The fear of the unknown

• The thrill of adventure

• The illusion of control

• The passage of time

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

How did Pitzer ensure the ride felt thrilling?

• By increasing the height of the swing

• By spinning the room instead of the swing

• By using loud noises

• By adding visual effects

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

What character trait does Alfred Pitzer demonstrate?

• Caution

• Creativity

• Indifference

• Fearfulness

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

How do the patrons' reactions contribute to the theme of fear?

• Their laughter shows they are not scared.

• Their screams illustrate the thrill of fear.

• Their indifference shows confidence.

• Their excitement reflects safety.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2