Exploring Shiloh: Chapter 1

What is the setting of Chapter 1 in Shiloh?

• A coastal town in California

• An urban setting in New York City

• The setting is a rural area in West Virginia, primarily around Marty's home and the woods.

• A desert landscape in Arizona

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Who is the main character introduced in Chapter 1?

• The main character is introduced in Chapter 2.

• The main character is not mentioned in Chapter 1.

• The main character is introduced in Chapter 1.

• The main character is a supporting character.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What significant event occurs at the beginning of Shiloh?

• A new soldier arrives at the camp.

• Paul's reflection on his life and the war.

• Paul receives a letter from home.

• A battle strategy is discussed.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does the main character feel about the events happening around them?

• The main character feels excited and hopeful.

• The main character feels joyful and carefree.

• The main character feels overwhelmed and anxious.

• The main character feels indifferent and detached.

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CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

What themes are introduced in Chapter 1 of Shiloh?

• Themes of innocence, human-animal bond, and childhood struggles.

• Themes of urban life and isolation

• Themes of technology and innovation

• Themes of war and conflict

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Describe the relationship between the main character and their family in this chapter.

• The main character enjoys a perfect and harmonious relationship with their family.

• The main character's family is entirely unsupportive and critical.

• The main character has a distant and uncommunicative relationship with their family.

• The main character has a supportive yet conflicted relationship with their family.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What is the tone of the narrative in Chapter 1?

• Reflective and introspective

• Humorous and lighthearted

• Angry and confrontational

• Joyful and carefree

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CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Identify a key piece of dialogue from Chapter 1 and its significance.

• The protagonist's relationship with their best friend.

• The protagonist's favorite hobby.

• The protagonist's internal conflict about their identity.

• A description of the setting in Chapter 1.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What challenges does the main character face in this chapter?

• The main character faces internal conflict, external obstacles, and emotional struggles.

• The main character receives a promotion at work.

• The main character goes on a vacation.

• The main character finds a treasure map.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does the author use descriptive language to enhance the story in Chapter 1?

• The author uses only abstract concepts to convey the story's themes.

• The author avoids any sensory details to create a minimalist style.

• The author enhances the story by using vivid imagery and sensory details.

• The author focuses solely on dialogue without any descriptive elements.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9