The Pebble and the Acorn

How does the Acorn respond to the Pebble's rude greeting?

• The Acorn is offended and argues with the Pebble.

• The Acorn is impressed and bows down to the Pebble.

• The Acorn is uncomfortable and hides from the Pebble.

• The Acorn is delighted and joins the Pebble.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What is the meaning of the figurative language used in line 17-20?

• It was the Acorn’s first time meeting the impolite Pebble.

• The Acorn injured itself falling from the tree and needs help.

• It was the Acorn’s dream to leave its branch.

• The Acorn fell on top of the Pebble and split it into small pieces.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

How does the poet develop the point of view of the Acorn?

• The poet provides the Acorn’s thoughts and feelings.

• The poet provides a description of the Acorn’s appearance and actions.

• The poet provides details of the Acorn’s previous perspective from the branch.

• The poet provides insight into the Acorn’s enjoyable experience on the ground.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

How do you think Mr. & Mrs. Duncan felt when Sylvester didn't come home?

• worried

• sad

• nervous

• happy

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What is Sylvester's hobby?

• knitting sweaters

• weaving baskets

• collecting pebbles

• planting flowers

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Where was the magic coming from?

• the grass

• the pebble

• the sky

• a plant

Why is Sylvester excited to have the magic pebble?

• he can add it to his rock collection

• he can hide it somewhere

• he can have anything he wants

• he can paint it

What is the main theme of 'The Pebble and the Acorn'?

• A) Friendship

• B) Growth and Change

• C) Adventure

• D) Conflict

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'The Pebble and the Acorn'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Hyperbole

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

What lesson does the Acorn learn by the end of the story?

• A) To be more cautious

• B) To appreciate its own potential

• C) To avoid the Pebble

• D) To seek adventure

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.4.9