Tom Thumb

In Scene 2, the dialogue between Tom Thumb and the knights reveals that-

• Sir Palomedes is a man willing to defend those who are being oppressed

• Sir Kay believes himself to be a good judge of men and their characters

• Tom Thumb is quick to anger when defending his honor

• Sir Palomedes reacts too quickly when challenged by a fellow knight

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.7

Read the following stage directions from Scene 2 of the play.

[Sir Kay exits stage left. The knights are amused by the exchange between Tom and Sir Kay and begin to lay wagers on the victor.]

The playwright uses these stage directions to hint that-

• the knights enjoy opportunities to assert their competitive spirit

• Tom Thumb might be able to win the challenge set forth by Sir Kay

• Sir Kay is disgusted by the overexcited behavior of the knights

• the knights anticipate the addition of a court jester to their assembly

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.3

Which of the following lines does the playwright include to show that Tom Thumb is kindhearted?

• TOM THUMB: [To the audience as he shadows Sir Kay.] I should follow and hear what he is planning.

• TOM THUMB: [To himself.] I should follow and hear what he is planning.

• TOM THUMB: Actually, Sir, I withdraw. You have defeated me.

• TOM THUMB: [Baffled by the King's praise.] Why, your Majesty? I failed.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.4

The details in the Prologue that are used to describe Tom Thumb are included to-

• foreshadow Tom's future feats of bravery

• demonstrate Tom's ability to overcome adversity

• emphasize the importance of Tom's size

• suggest that Tom's adventures are entertaining

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Paragraph 16 is important to the play because it shows that Tom Thumb-

• often refuse the requests of those in authority

• does not enjoy being the center of attention

• has respect for himself

• feels threatened by Sir Kay

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CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.10

Based on the dialogue in paragraphs 59 through 68, how does Tom Thumb respond when King Arthur invites him to join the Round Table?

• He becomes furious with King Arthur

• He replies with appreciation

• He becomes excited about the opportunity.

• He questions his worthiness of the honor.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3