Zero Hour

The protagonist of "Zero Hour" is ___.

• Mrs. Morris

• Mr. Morris

• Mink

• Drill

Why was Mrs. Morris afraid when Zero Hour arrived?

• she realized the invasion was real and not a game

• she was afraid that Mink was lost

• she was afraid of the weather

• she was afraid that she forgot dinner on the stove

What two phrases come from war vocabulary?

• Impressionable

• Fifth column

• Dimension

• Zero hour

"Zero Hour" was written by ...

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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 use the character of Mink to infer the theme of manipulation in "Zero Hour"?

• By showing her ability to convince other children to join the game

• By her interactions with her mother

• By her secretive behavior

• All of the above

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

In "Zero Hour" by Ray Bradbury, what theme is primarily explored through the interactions between the children and the adults?

• The inevitability of technological advancements

• The innocence of youth

• The dangers of unchecked imagination

• The conflict between generations

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

In "Zero Hour," how does the development of Mink's character throughout the story enhance the theme of betrayal?

• She remains static, showing a consistent loyalty to the aliens.

• She evolves from an innocent child to a leader of the invasion.

• She becomes increasingly distant from her parents.

• She regrets her actions at the end of the story.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How does the author's portrayal of the children's secrecy in "Zero Hour" enhance the theme of alienation?

• It shows their detachment from adult society.

• It highlights their integration into adult matters.

• It underscores their need for adult supervision.

• It demonstrates their ability to share secrets with adults.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Which element of the plot pyramid involves the introduction of characters and setting in "Zero Hour"?

• Climax

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Resolution

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Who is the protagonist in "Zero Hour"?

• Mr. Morris

• Mrs. Morris

• Mink

• Drill