Looking for Alaska

What advice did Alaska give to Miles about attending Culver Creek?

• To be tough and never rat someone out

• To always be truthful

• To always be on time to every class

• To be friendly with everyone

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Who do the blanks in the following extract refer to? "The Colonel introduced me (as “Pudge”) to the guys at the wobbly wooden table, but I only registered the name _________, whom Alaska had mentioned yesterday. A thin Japanese guy only a few inches taller than the Colonel, ______ talked with his mouth full as I chewed slowly."

• Alaska

• Miles

• Marya

• Takumi

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What genre is "Looking for Alaska"

• Non-fiction

• Fiction

• Mystery

• Action-comedy

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What deal does Miles make with Alaska?

• If he figures out how to get out of the labyrinth, she will get him a girlfriend.

• If he carries her books for her, she'd clean his room.

• If he wrote her French II paper, she would go on a date with him.

• If he figures out how to get out of the labyrinth, she would buy him whatever he wanted.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Describe the setting in time and place. Why is it important for the development of the novel?

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What is particular about the sections in the novel? Why the use of "before" and "after?

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Themes: What is the central theme of 'Looking For Alaska'?

• The pursuit of meaning and understanding in life

• The benefits of living in a big city

• The importance of material possessions

• The power of revenge

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Symbolism: What does the 'Great Perhaps' symbolize in the book?

• The 'Great Perhaps' symbolizes failure and disappointment

• The 'Great Perhaps' symbolizes the unknown, the search for meaning, and the pursuit of adventure and self-discovery.

• The 'Great Perhaps' symbolizes fear and uncertainty

• The 'Great Perhaps' symbolizes contentment and satisfaction

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Character Analysis: Describe the character of Alaska Young.

• Alaska Young is a conformist, rule-abiding character who always follows societal norms.

• Alaska Young is a calm, introverted character with no distinct personality traits.

• Alaska Young is a forgetful, uneducated character who lacks depth.

• Alaska Young is a mysterious, impulsive, and complex character known for her rebellious nature, intelligence, and self-destructive tendencies.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Character Analysis: Discuss the character development of Miles 'Pudge' Halter.

• Miles 'Pudge' Halter remains stagnant throughout the story, showing no growth or change.

• Miles 'Pudge' Halter evolves from a reserved and curious individual to someone who gains insight into life's complexities and finds his place in the world.

• Miles 'Pudge' Halter becomes a professional athlete, abandoning his intellectual pursuits.

• Miles 'Pudge' Halter starts as a confident and extroverted person but becomes introverted and shy.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3