The Return
Authored by Sarah Williams
English
9th Grade
CCSS covered
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1.
OPEN ENDED QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Determine a theme or central idea of a text. "The Return" includes many aspects of human life: trust, loyalty, and betrayal; life and death; the passage of time; and the effects of political actions on day-to-day life. What is one possible theme, or central message, of the story.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In “The Return,” why does Kamau’s first sighting of the Honia River excite him?
The Honia River is still a good source of drinkable water.
The river reminds him of his boyhood during better times
The Honia River represents the freedom of the Gikuyu people
The river valley is greener than the surrounding landscape.
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CCSS.RL.2.10
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.2.3
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.4
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In “The Return,” why does Kamau expect to receive a hero’s welcome?
He comes from a family of royal heroes
He won the war against the colonial forces
He was always a favorite who fought for his people
He knows that he is meant to rule the village
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CCSS.RL.2.10
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.2.3
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.4
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In 'The Return,' what is the significance of Kamau's journey back to his village?
A) It symbolizes his personal growth and resilience.
B) It represents the futility of war.
C) It highlights the beauty of nature.
D) It shows the importance of family ties.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which literary device is predominantly used in 'The Return' to convey Kamau's emotions?
A) Metaphor
B) Simile
C) Personification
D) Irony
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CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In 'The Return,' how does the author use the setting to enhance the story's themes?
A) By contrasting the village with the city
B) By depicting the river as a symbol of change
C) By describing the harsh weather conditions
D) By focusing on the lush vegetation
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CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What role does the Honia River play in 'The Return'?
A) It serves as a boundary between two villages.
B) It is a source of conflict among the villagers.
C) It symbolizes hope and continuity.
D) It is a place for social gatherings.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
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