Truth, Perception, and Reality in The Ransom of Red Chief

What is the initial plan of Bill and Sam in "The Ransom of Red Chief"?

• To kidnap a child and demand a ransom

• To rob a bank

• To start a business

• To find a treasure

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which character in "The Ransom of Red Chief" perceives the kidnapping as an adventure?

• Bill

• Sam

• Red Chief

• Ebenezer Dorset

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

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How does the perception of Bill and Sam change throughout the story?

• They become more confident in their plan

• They realize they are not in control of the situation

• They decide to kidnap another child

• They think Red Chief is a perfect hostage

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Analyze how the father's response to the ransom note adds humor to the story.

• He immediately pays the ransom

• He negotiates to pay less

• He demands money to take his son back

• He calls the police

What theme is developed through the interactions between Bill, Sam, and Red Chief?

• The power of friendship

• The unpredictability of life

• The importance of honesty

• The value of hard work

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does Red Chief's behavior propel the action in the story?

• He helps the kidnappers with their plan

• He runs away from the kidnappers

• He torments the kidnappers, causing them to reconsider their plan

• He calls the police

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

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What is the reality of the kidnapping situation for Bill and Sam?

• They successfully get the ransom

• They enjoy spending time with Red Chief

• They are forced to pay to return the boy

• They become friends with Red Chief

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CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

How does the use of dramatic irony create humor in "The Ransom of Red Chief"?

• The audience knows the kidnappers will succeed

• The audience knows Red Chief is actually in control

• The audience knows the father will pay the ransom

• The audience knows the kidnappers are heroes