The Great Wide Sea

What event causes Ben to officially say he now hates Dad?

• When Gerry falls overboard

• When Dad does not come to the funeral

• When dad forces Gerry to learn to swim

• When Dad decides to keep sailing

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Who rescues the boys?

• A fishing boat

• A cruise ship

• A family sailing through the Bahamas

• A cargo barge

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

What is the main theme of 'The Great Wide Sea'?

• Adventure and survival

• Romance and betrayal

• Mystery and suspense

• Friendship and loyalty

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.8.2

Who is the protagonist in 'The Great Wide Sea'?

• Ben

• Gerry

• Dad

• Mom

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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

What is the setting of 'The Great Wide Sea'?

• A bustling city

• A deserted island

• The open ocean

• A small village

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'The Great Wide Sea'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Foreshadowing

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

What motivates the family to embark on their journey in 'The Great Wide Sea'?

• A desire for adventure

• A family tragedy

• A financial crisis

• A search for treasure

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does Ben's relationship with his father evolve throughout 'The Great Wide Sea'?

• It becomes more distant

• It becomes stronger

• It remains unchanged

• It becomes hostile

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What role does the ocean play in 'The Great Wide Sea'?

• A symbol of freedom

• A source of conflict

• A place of mystery

• A backdrop for romance

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

Which character in 'The Great Wide Sea' represents hope and resilience?

• Ben

• Gerry

• Dad

• Mom

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3