The Heart Mender Chp. 1-3

What is the main reason Helen hesitates to assist Josef at first?

• She is unsure of his intentions.

• She lacks the medical skills needed.

• She fears repercussions from the authorities.

• She holds a grudge against Germans.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Which of the following themes are introduced in Chapters 1–3?

• Forgiveness

• Revenge

• Healing

• Betrayal

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What dilemmas does Helen face upon encountering Josef?

• Whether to trust him with her secrets

• Her unresolved anger towards the past

• Her personal sorrow and suspicion

• A fear of failing to assist him

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Which literary devices are present in Chapters 1–3?

• Symbolism

• Foreshadowing

• Irony

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

What did Andy find while removing the wax myrtle from his backyard?

• A treasure chest

• A collection of war artifacts, including an Iron Cross

• A time capsule from the 1800s

• A journal belonging to a German soldier

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

In Chapters 1-3 of The Heart Mender, which rhetorical strategies does Andy Andrews employ to build trust with the audience? (Select all that apply.)

• Pathos, by using emotional stories of wartime experiences

• Ethos, by citing historical documents and detailing his research methods

• Logos, by offering rational justifications for the discovery of the artifacts

• Hyperbole, by overstating the significance of the discoveries made.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What was the Kriegsmarine, and why might an Iron Cross belong to someone in it?

• It was the German air force, and the Iron Cross was awarded for aerial combat.

• It was the German navy, and the Iron Cross was a military decoration for bravery.

• It was a civilian organization, and the Iron Cross symbolized political allegiance.

• It was a German spy agency, and the Iron Cross was a rank indicator.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

What reason does Mr. King give for the lack of historical records about U-boat activities near American coasts?

• The information was kept secret by the military until recent times.

• Americans chose to highlight successes instead of weaknesses.

• It was not significant to the final result of World War II.

• The stories were altered to boost morale during the conflict.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

In what way does the author integrate flashbacks to enhance the narrative in Chapters 1-3?

• By offering comprehensive insights into Josef's past and his experiences during the war

• By depicting unrelated incidents to heighten dramatic suspense

• By juxtaposing current events with imagined historical scenarios

• By concentrating solely on Andy's viewpoint without altering timelines

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

In what way does Helen's choice to assist Josef alter her perspective in the story?

• It begins her journey towards understanding and overcoming her biases.

• It leads to a confrontation with others who learn of her decision.

• It signifies her intention to abandon her current life.

• It shows her ignorance of the consequences of the conflict.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3