Woodsong

How does the author's perspective about nature change as a result of the conflict?

• He begins to fear nature and avoids it all cost

• He feels even more passionate about the time he spends in nature

• He still enjoys nature but realized there is a harsh, violent reality that he wasn't aware of before.

• He decides it is not worth the risk to continue dogsledding alone in nature.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which piece of text best represents Paulsen's perspective of the wilderness before he witnesses the doe attack?

• "To the left and rising higher were willows and brush, which made something like a wall next to the trail."

• "This time, it was not to be."

• "In those few moments of going through the ice and getting out she lost her lead on the wolves and they were on her."

• "We were dancing with winter. I could not help smiling, just smiling idiotically at the grandness of it. "

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CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

What was the author's purpose of using so many sensory and descriptive details in this text?

• To describe the scene of the forest the morning before the attack

• To persuade readers that the outdoors should be enjoyed

• To entertain readers with a scene from nature

• To criticize commonly held beliefs about nature

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

What is the main theme of 'Woodsong'?

• A) The beauty of nature

• B) The harsh realities of wilderness survival

• C) The importance of friendship

• D) The journey of self-discovery

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'Woodsong' to convey the author's experiences?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Imagery

• D) Personification

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

How does the author describe the relationship between humans and nature in 'Woodsong'?

• A) As harmonious and peaceful

• B) As adversarial and challenging

• C) As indifferent and uncaring

• D) As nurturing and supportive

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

What is the significance of the title 'Woodsong'?

• A) It refers to the musical quality of the forest

• B) It symbolizes the author's love for nature

• C) It represents the unpredictable nature of the wilderness

• D) It highlights the author's journey through the woods

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

In 'Woodsong', what lesson does the author learn from his experiences in the wilderness?

• A) Nature is always kind and gentle

• B) Survival requires respect and understanding of nature

• C) Animals are more dangerous than they appear

• D) The wilderness is a place of solitude and peace

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

Which character trait best describes the author in 'Woodsong'?

• A) Naive

• B) Courageous

• C) Reckless

• D) Pessimistic

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CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

What role do the dogs play in 'Woodsong'?

• A) They are merely pets

• B) They are essential companions for survival

• C) They are obstacles to overcome

• D) They are symbols of freedom

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2