Ten Suns - Pages - 136-139- Text Evidence , inference and charac

What does the text say will happen if all the suns are destroyed?

• The earth will be saved from the heat

• The world will become too dark and cold

• The gods will punish Hu Yi

• The emperor will become more powerful

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CCSS.RL.3.10

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

Why did the emperor send a messenger to stop Hu Yi?

• He realized the earth needed one sun for light and warmth

• He wanted Hu Yi to stop because the gods were angry

• He thought the suns would return on their own

• He wanted to take the bow and arrows for himself

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What happens to the suns after they are struck by the arrows?

• They disappear forever

• They turn into crows

• They turn into stars in the sky

• They become human again

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CCSS.RL.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

Why does the author include details about Hu Yi’s hesitation before shooting the arrows?

• To show that he is unsure about using the magic bow

• To make the reader feel sorry for the suns

• To highlight Hu Yi’s internal conflict about harming the boys

• To show that he is excited to use his magic powers

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CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

What was the main reason the emperor acted quickly?

• He wanted to protect the people and the earth

• He was afraid Hu Yi would become too powerful

• He wanted to save the boys from punishment

• He needed to impress Di Jun

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CCSS.RL.3.10

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

Why did the author choose to describe the messenger riding so fast?

• To emphasize the urgency of the situation

• To show that the emperor only trusted him

• To explain why the messenger was the hero

• To show how far away the White Mountain was

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

What does Hu Yi’s decision to follow Di Jun’s orders tell us about his character?

• He is loyal and willing to make difficult choices

• He is cruel and enjoys harming others

• He wants to be the most powerful person in the world

• He does not think about the consequences of his actions

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What can we infer about the messenger’s feelings as he took the last arrow?

• He was nervous but knew he had to stop Hu Yi

• He was excited to help destroy the last sun

• He was afraid the emperor would punish him

• He was unsure if the emperor’s decision was correct

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CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

What does Di Jun’s statement, “My sons will not be hurt, but they will be changed,” suggest?

• He wanted to protect his sons but still stop them

• He hoped the suns would return to normal later

• He was lying to make Hu Yi feel better

• He did not care about what happened to his sons

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Which theme is best supported by the story?

• Every action has consequences

• Power should not be questioned

• Friendship is more important than duty

• Revenge is the best way to solve problems

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9