Ship Breaker

Circle the words:

joint / leaks / inside / ship / water / sink

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What is the main theme of the novel 'Ship Breaker'?

• Survival and loyalty

• Romance and betrayal

• War and peace

• Magic and fantasy

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

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Who is the protagonist of 'Ship Breaker'?

• Nailer

• Tool

• Pima

• Richard

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

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Which of the following best describes the setting of 'Ship Breaker'?

• A futuristic dystopian world

• A medieval kingdom

• A modern city

• An ancient civilization

In 'Ship Breaker', what is Nailer’s primary job?

• Scavenging for copper wiring

• Fishing

• Farming

• Building ships

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What is the significance of the 'Lucky Strike' in 'Ship Breaker'?

• A valuable find that changes Nailer's life

• A ship that Nailer dreams of owning

• A storm that destroys the city

• A character who helps Nailer

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'Ship Breaker' to describe the harsh environment?

• Imagery

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

What is the relationship between Nailer and Pima in 'Ship Breaker'?

• Friends and crew members

• Siblings

• Enemies

• Teacher and student

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.K.3

Which character in 'Ship Breaker' represents hope and change for Nailer?

• Nita

• Tool

• Pima

• Richard

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.K.3

What is the climax of the story in 'Ship Breaker'?

• Nailer’s confrontation with his father

• Nailer finding the clipper ship

• Nailer’s escape from the storm

• Nailer’s decision to leave the crew