Exploring Swindle: Chapter 1

What is the main setting introduced in Chapter 1?

• A bustling city with tall skyscrapers.

• A deserted island with no vegetation.

• A futuristic space station orbiting Earth.

• A small, quiet town surrounded by dense forests.

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Who is the protagonist in Chapter 1 of Swindle?

• Ben Dover

• Griffin Bing

• Samantha Lee

• Tommy Jenkins

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What event triggers the main conflict in Chapter 1?

• A natural disaster strikes the town.

• A new character arrives unexpectedly.

• The protagonist receives a mysterious letter.

• The protagonist discovers a hidden secret.

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Describe the relationship between the protagonist and their friends in this chapter.

• The protagonist feels isolated from their friends.

• The protagonist has a competitive and hostile relationship with their friends.

• The protagonist is indifferent towards their friends' feelings.

• The protagonist has a supportive and understanding relationship with their friends.

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What key theme is introduced in Chapter 1?

• Conflict between good and evil

• Quest for power and control

• Struggle for identity and belonging

• Journey through time and space

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Identify a significant object mentioned in Chapter 1 and its importance.

• The window

• The book

• The clock

• The key

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How does the author establish the tone in the first chapter?

• The tone is established through descriptive language and emotional word choice.

• The tone is established through dialogue and character actions.

• The tone is set by the author's biography and background.

• The tone is conveyed solely through the plot development.

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What challenges does the protagonist face in Chapter 1?

• The protagonist faces no challenges at all.

• The protagonist enjoys a peaceful life in Chapter 1.

• The protagonist faces internal conflict, external pressures, and a significant obstacle.

• The protagonist is celebrated for their achievements in Chapter 1.

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List two important vocabulary words introduced in this chapter.

• analysis

• framework

• hypothesis

• "synthesis", "paradigm"

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What is the protagonist's goal at the end of Chapter 1?

• To escape and seek freedom.

• To find a hidden treasure.

• To gather allies for a battle.

• To confront the antagonist.

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