What causes Lizabeth to destroy Miss Lottie's marigolds?

She was dared by the other kids.

Her family's roles were reversed.

She was a child and an adult at the same time.

They were bothering her brother.

Why was the act of destroying the marigolds so significant to Lizabeth?

They took away her "innocence".

They made her proud of herself.

They helped her father get a job.

Critically assess the impact of poverty on the characters' lives in "Marigolds." How does it shape their actions and perspectives?

Poverty deeply affects the characters' actions and outlook on life.

Poverty has no impact on the characters.

Poverty is a backdrop that does not influence the characters.

Poverty is only mentioned briefly and is not significant.

Analyze the role of conflict in "Marigolds." How does the internal and external conflict drive the plot and character development?

Both internal and external conflicts are crucial for plot progression and character growth.

Conflict is absent in the story.

Conflict is only external and does not affect the characters internally.

Conflict is resolved quickly and has little impact.

Analyze the role of Miss Lottie in the story. How does her character serve as a catalyst for Lizabeth's transformation?

Miss Lottie serves as a symbol of resilience and prompts Lizabeth's self-reflection.

Miss Lottie is a minor character with no impact on Lizabeth.

Miss Lottie represents the antagonist in Lizabeth's life.

Miss Lottie is a friend who supports Lizabeth's actions.

Evaluate the narrative structure of "Marigolds." How does the use of flashbacks contribute to the development of the story's themes?

Flashbacks provide background and deepen the reader's understanding of Lizabeth's motivations.

Flashbacks are used to confuse the reader.

Flashbacks are irrelevant to the story.

Flashbacks are used to introduce new characters.

How does the setting of 'Marigolds' influence the story?

B) It highlights the struggles of poverty and its impact on the characters.

A) It provides a backdrop for the characters' wealth.

C) It is irrelevant to the story's plot.

D) It showcases a futuristic world.

What does the destruction of the marigolds symbolize in the story?

A) The end of childhood innocence

B) The beginning of a new friendship

C) The triumph of good over evil

D) The success of a community project

What role does Lizabeth's family play in her actions in 'Marigolds'?

C) Their struggles with poverty influence her emotional turmoil.

A) They encourage her to destroy the marigolds.

B) They are unaware of her actions.

D) They provide her with a stable and happy environment.

What is the significance of the marigolds in Miss Lottie's garden?

B) They represent beauty and hope amidst despair.

A) They are a source of income for her family.

C) They are a gift from her children.

D) They are used for medicinal purposes.

How does the author use imagery to enhance the story 'Marigolds'?

B) By vividly depicting the setting and emotions

A) By describing the futuristic technology

C) By focusing on the characters' clothing

D) By detailing the architecture of the town

What lesson does Lizabeth learn by the end of 'Marigolds'?

B) The value of empathy and understanding

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9th Grade

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 5 pts

Eugenia Collier, the author of "Marigolds," chose to write this story in first-person point of view. How does this choice impact the reader?

The reader gets a more in-depth understanding of the narrator's thoughts and emotions.

The reader gets a more in-depth understanding of the thoughts and emotions of all the characters in the story.

The reader learns about the setting, plot, and characters through the eyes of multiple characters.

The reading experience is not impacted by the author's choice of narrative point of view.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The narrator of the story is _____.

Ms. Lottie

Lizabeth

John

Ms. Strangesworth

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

DROPDOWN QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

In which season does the narrator vividly recall the dust and the marigolds?

(a)

Summer

Spring

Fall

Winter

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.4

CCSS:

RL.9-10.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The Antagonist in "Marigolds" is....________

Joey

Lizabeth

Mrs. Lottie

John Burke

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

DROPDOWN QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What emotions does the memory of Miss Lottie's marigolds evoke in the narrator?

Nostalgia, Joy, and Rage

Happiness and excitement

Sadness and fear

Indifference and boredom

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Ms. Lottie grew the marigolds in order to _____.

Make neighbor's jealous

Sell them

Earn respect

Create a small patch of beauty and Hope

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Miss Lottie's reaction to Lizabeth's destruction of the marigolds is one of _____.

Rage

Relief

Defeat

Indifference

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

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Marigolds

Eugenia Collier, the author of "Marigolds," chose to write this story in first-person point of view. How does this choice impact the reader?

The narrator of the story is _____.

In which season does the narrator vividly recall the dust and the marigolds?

(a)

The Antagonist in "Marigolds" is....________

What emotions does the memory of Miss Lottie's marigolds evoke in the narrator?

Ms. Lottie grew the marigolds in order to _____.

Miss Lottie's reaction to Lizabeth's destruction of the marigolds is one of _____.

Which emotion best qualifies Lizabeth's feelings towards Ms. Lottie at the end of the story?

When the narrator ends her story saying, "And I too have planted 'marigolds' ..." She is referring to 'marigolds' as _____.

What causes Lizabeth to destroy Miss Lottie's marigolds?

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Marigolds

Eugenia Collier, the author of "Marigolds," chose to write this story in first-person point of view. How does this choice impact the reader?

The narrator of the story is _____.

In which season does the narrator vividly recall the dust and the marigolds?​ (a)

The Antagonist in "Marigolds" is....________

What emotions does the memory of Miss Lottie's marigolds evoke in the narrator?

Ms. Lottie grew the marigolds in order to _____.

Miss Lottie's reaction to Lizabeth's destruction of the marigolds is one of _____.

Which emotion best qualifies Lizabeth's feelings towards Ms. Lottie at the end of the story?

When the narrator ends her story saying, "And I too have planted 'marigolds' ..." She is referring to 'marigolds' as _____.

What causes Lizabeth to destroy Miss Lottie's marigolds?

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In which season does the narrator vividly recall the dust and the marigolds?

(a)