Pushing Up the Sky Comprehension

Think about what you know about the sky. Is the story Pushing Up the Sky realistic?

• Yes. Of course we can touch the sky.

• The story is not realistic because we cannot touch the sky.

In the second half of the play, how was the problem resolved? What did the people do?

• Everyone went into the sky together

• The people worked together to make a strong wind to blow away the clouds and make the sky clear

• By working together, the people were able to push the sky higher

• The people worked together to make a positive change.

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CCSS.RL.3.10

CCSS.RL.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.4.7

What are some possible reasons the author wrote Pushing Up the Sky?

• to get people to think like he does

• to express his thoughts about the Snohomish people

• to inform us about the problems that happen when clouds are too low

• to get people to think about nature and the effects of our actions on it

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

The main idea of Scene 1 is the sky is too close to the ground. Give one supporting detail to prove that.

• People can jump right into it

• Arrows get stuck in the sky

• People hit their heads on the sky

• All of the above

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

What is the main theme of the story 'Pushing Up the Sky'?

• A) Cooperation and teamwork

• B) Individual achievement

• C) Conflict and resolution

• D) Adventure and exploration

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which literary device is primarily used in 'Pushing Up the Sky'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Hyperbole

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.5

In 'Pushing Up the Sky', what problem do the characters face?

• A) The sky is falling

• B) The sky is too close to the ground

• C) The sky is too dark

• D) The sky is too far away

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

How do the characters in 'Pushing Up the Sky' solve their problem?

• A) By climbing a mountain

• B) By using a ladder

• C) By working together to push the sky higher

• D) By calling for help

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

What lesson can be learned from 'Pushing Up the Sky'?

• A) Always rely on yourself

• B) Teamwork can solve big problems

• C) Nature is unpredictable

• D) Dreams can come true

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which character trait is most valued in 'Pushing Up the Sky'?

• A) Bravery

• B) Intelligence

• C) Cooperation

• D) Independence

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9