Rapunzel

What inference can the reader make from the information in the first four paragraphs

of Passage 1?

• The enchantress was known for her trickery.

• The husband was usually a thief for his trade.

• The rampion was enchanted and made the woman long for it

• The woman should have controlled her urges and not eaten the rampion.

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What is the effect of the quotations in Passage 1?

• They explain why the characters are upset.

• They show what the characters are thinking.

• They demonstrate how Rapunzel will get away.

• They emphasize the cruelty of the enchantress.

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CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

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How is the end of the story in Passage 1 being set in the desert significant compared to being set in the wilderness in Passage 2?

• It shows the vengefulness of the enchantress.

• It creates a feeling of hope for Rapunzel.

• It mirrors Rapunzel’s desolate living situation.

• It separates Rapunzel from the King’s son.

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CCSS.RI.5.7

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This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.

Part A

Which sentence states a theme that is shared by both Passage 1 and Passage 2?

• It is important to appreciate your life.

• Do not trust people you first meet.

• People should value friendship.

• You should never give up hope.

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CCSS.RI.5.7

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CCSS.RL.6.9

Part B

Select two quotations that support the answer in Part A.

• “The King's son was beside himself with pain, and in his despair he leapt down from

  the tower.” (Passage 1, paragraph 20)

• “Two of her tears wetted his eyes, and they grew clear again, and he could see

  with them as before.” (Passage 1, paragraph 21)

• “Together they plan a means of escape, wherein he will come each night (thus avoiding the enchantress who visited her by day), and bring her silk, which Rapunzel will gradually weave into a ladder.” (Passage 2, paragraph 26)

• “One day, as Rapunzel sings while she fetches water, the prince hears Rapunzel’s

  voice again, and they are reunited.” (Passage 2, paragraph 27)

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Choose the answer that shows how the authors presents the story of Rapunzel in Passage 1 and Passage 2.

The man and woman did not know they

could have a child.

• Passage 1

• Passage 2

• Both Passages

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Rapunzel was taken from her parents by

Dame Gothel and kept in a tower.

• Passage 1

• Passage 2

• Both passages

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Dame Gothel pushed the Prince out the

window, and he became blind.

• Passage 1

• Passage 2

• Both Passages

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Read the sentence from Passage 1.

“Rapunzel had magnificent long hair, fine as spun gold, and when she heard the

voice of the enchantress she unfastened her braided tresses.” (paragraph 10)

Why does the author include a simile about Rapunzel’s hair?

• to suggest that her hair was not ordinary

• to help the reader visualize her hair

• to identify what makes her important

• to show how she will save herself

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CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7