The Silence Game

How come nobody lost the game of silence?

• They never finished the game.

• It is a game they all love to play.

• Nobody ever loses the game of silence.

• They were too interested in the grown-ups' discussion.

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CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RF.5.4C

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CCSS.RL.4.1

At the beginning of the story, Omakayas is playing the game of silence with her brother. The author describes her words as buzzing bees caught in her throat. What does this say about Omakayas?

• She is sick.

• She sounds like an insect.

• She cannot swallow, but needs to.

• She really wants to speak, but cannot.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Who wins the silent game at the end of the book?

• Twilight

• Little Bee

• Omakayas

• All three.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

What is the main theme of 'The Silence Game'?

• Communication and understanding

• Adventure and exploration

• Mystery and suspense

• Love and friendship

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

In 'The Silence Game', what literary device is used when describing Omakayas' words as 'buzzing bees caught in her throat'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

Which character in 'The Silence Game' is known for their quiet nature?

• Omakayas

• Twilight

• Little Bee

• All three

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CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RI.3.9

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

What does the silence in 'The Silence Game' symbolize?

• Fear

• Peace

• Understanding

• Confusion

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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 does the author of 'The Silence Game' convey the importance of listening?

• Through dialogue

• Through character actions

• Through setting description

• Through internal monologue

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the setting of 'The Silence Game'?

• A bustling city

• A quiet village

• A dense forest

• A sandy beach

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.7.3

Which of the following best describes the tone of 'The Silence Game'?

• Joyful

• Melancholic

• Reflective

• Suspenseful

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4