A White Heron

Sylvia decides to keep the secret of the location of the White Heron's nest.

• True

• False

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Sylvia climbs the pine tree to find the White Heron's nest.

• True

• False

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Discuss the character traits of Sylvia in 'A White Heron'.

• Sylvia is portrayed as a young, innocent, and nature-loving girl who is observant, compassionate towards animals, and ultimately chooses to protect the heron over revealing its location to the hunter.

• Sylvia is described as a city girl who dislikes nature

• Sylvia is shown as a dishonest and untrustworthy character

• Sylvia is depicted as a selfish, uncaring individual

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Describe the setting in 'A White Heron' and its significance to the story.

• The setting is a bustling city, representing the protagonist's desire for a fast-paced lifestyle.

• The setting in 'A White Heron' is a rural farm in New England, symbolizing the protagonist's connection to nature and her internal conflict.

• The setting is a tropical island, highlighting the protagonist's love for warm weather.

• The setting is a spaceship, emphasizing the protagonist's futuristic mindset.

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Summarize the plot of 'A White Heron' in a few sentences.

• The plot of 'A White Heron' centers on Sylvia's encounter with a white heron, her choice to protect it, and the conflict with the hunter seeking the bird.

• The conflict in the story is between Sylvia and her family

• Sylvia decides to sell the heron to the hunter for profit

• The story is about a girl who finds a black heron instead of a white one

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Discuss the mood created by the author in 'A White Heron'.

• Chaotic and unsettling

• Melancholic and somber

• Serene and peaceful

• Joyful and exuberant

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Explain the significance of the white heron in the story.

• The white heron represents danger, deceit, and destruction.

• The white heron is a symbol of sadness, despair, and hopelessness.

• The white heron symbolizes nature, purity, and freedom.

• The white heron signifies wealth, power, and greed.

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What is the bird hunter looking for?

• A bald eagle

• A red tailed hawk

• A brown thrasher

• A white heron

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Who wrote the White Heron?

• Catherine Moore

• Sarah Jewett

• Catherine Jewett

• Sarah Moore

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What is the main theme of 'A White Heron'?

• The conflict between industrialization and nature

• The importance of wealth and power

• The journey of self-discovery

• The significance of friendship

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