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Exploring Themes in The Graveyard Book

Authored by Tracy Souders

English

8th Grade

CCSS covered

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Exploring Themes in The Graveyard Book
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary theme of "The Graveyard Book" by Neil Gaiman?

The importance of wealth

The journey from childhood to adulthood

The power of technology

The dangers of ambition

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which motif is frequently used in "The Graveyard Book" to symbolize protection and safety?

The forest

The ocean

The graveyard

The city

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In "The Graveyard Book," what does the character Silas symbolize?

Fear

Knowledge and guidance

Chaos

Ignorance

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.8.9

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the author use the character of Bod to explore the theme of identity?

By showing Bod's struggle to fit in with the living and the dead

By making Bod a wealthy businessman

By having Bod travel the world

By keeping Bod isolated from everyone

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the dance of the Macabray symbolize in the story?

The separation between life and death

The unity of all living and dead beings

The power of dreams

The inevitability of war

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a key plot point in "The Graveyard Book"?

Bod becomes a famous musician

Bod is raised by ghosts in a graveyard

Bod discovers a hidden treasure

Bod invents a new technology

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the Sleer represent in the novel?

The fear of the unknown

The desire for freedom

The pursuit of knowledge

The need for companionship

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