Exploring Themes and Symbols in Stories

What is a common theme found in both "The Landlady" by Roald Dahl and "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson?

• The dangers of technology

• The unpredictability of human nature

• The importance of family

• The beauty of nature

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

In "The Monkey's Paw" by W.W. Jacobs, what motivates Mr. White to make his first wish?

• Curiosity about the paw's powers

• Desire for wealth

• Pressure from his family

• Fear of the unknown

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Compare the setting of "The Landlady" to "The Lottery." How do these settings contribute to the overall mood of each story?

• Both settings are urban and bustling, creating a sense of chaos.

• Both settings are rural and peaceful, creating a false sense of security.

• "The Landlady" is set in a cozy bed and breakfast, while "The Lottery" is set in a small village, both contributing to an eerie mood.

• "The Landlady" is set in a futuristic city, while "The Lottery" is set in a historical village, both contributing to a nostalgic mood.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

Summarize the key plot point of "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson.

• A family wins a large sum of money in a lottery.

• A community holds an annual event where one person is chosen for a special honor.

• A town conducts a lottery where the "winner" is stoned to death.

• A group of friends play a game of chance with unexpected results.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

What does the monkey's paw symbolize in "The Monkey's Paw"?

• The power of love

• The consequences of greed

• The inevitability of fate

• The strength of family bonds

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Evaluate the author's purpose in writing "The Landlady." What message might Roald Dahl be trying to convey?

• To entertain readers with a humorous story

• To warn readers about the dangers of trusting strangers

• To inform readers about historical events

• To describe the beauty of nature

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Identify a theme in "The Monkey's Paw" by W.W. Jacobs.

• The importance of friendship

• The unpredictability of fate

• The joy of adventure

• The power of knowledge

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Analyze the character motivation of Tessie Hutchinson in "The Lottery." Why does she protest the lottery results?

• She believes the lottery is unfair.

• She wants to protect her family.

• She is afraid of losing her status in the community.

• She is trying to save her friend.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

Compare the settings of "The Monkey's Paw" and "The Lottery." How do these settings influence the stories' outcomes?

• Both settings are in large cities, leading to chaotic events.

• "The Monkey's Paw" is set in a cozy home, while "The Lottery" is set in a village square, both leading to unexpected outcomes.

• Both settings are in remote areas, leading to isolation and fear.

• "The Monkey's Paw" is set in a futuristic world, while "The Lottery" is set in a historical village, both leading to predictable outcomes.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

Summarize the key plot point of "The Landlady" by Roald Dahl.

• A young man stays at a bed and breakfast and discovers the landlady's dark secret.

• A family moves into a haunted house and experiences strange events.

• A detective solves a mystery involving a missing person.

• A group of friends go on a road trip and encounter danger.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3