I Survived the Destruction

Summarize the main character's journey in the story.

• He travels to Rome to become a gladiator.

• He survives the eruption and helps others escape.

• He becomes a famous Roman architect.

• He discovers a hidden treasure in Pompeii.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What motivates the main character to act quickly during the eruption?

• His desire to find treasure.

• His need to protect his family.

• His wish to explore the volcano.

• His interest in studying the eruption.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

Which sentence includes personification?

• Festus fed his slaves nothing but watery gruel and cheese.

• He should give it to the man, he knew.

• But just the thought of the juicy apple made his stomach flip with joy

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CCSS.RL.3.10

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.10

CCSS.RL.5.6

What is the main theme of 'I Survived the Destruction'?

• Courage in the face of danger

• The importance of wealth

• The beauty of nature

• The power of friendship

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'I Survived the Destruction'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Irony

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

What is the primary setting of the story 'I Survived the Destruction'?

• Ancient Rome

• Pompeii

• Modern-day Italy

• A fictional island

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

How does the author create suspense in 'I Survived the Destruction'?

• By using flashbacks

• By revealing the ending first

• By describing the eruption in detail

• By focusing on character dialogue

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

What lesson does the main character learn in 'I Survived the Destruction'?

• The value of teamwork

• The importance of quick thinking

• The need for revenge

• The benefits of solitude

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which character trait best describes the protagonist in 'I Survived the Destruction'?

• Cowardly

• Brave

• Selfish

• Indifferent

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.1.3

What is the climax of 'I Survived the Destruction'?

• The protagonist finds a treasure

• The protagonist escapes the eruption

• The protagonist confronts an enemy

• The protagonist returns home safely

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9