Exploring Fiction: Themes and Structure

How does the first chapter of the novel contribute to the development of the main character's personality?

• It introduces the main character's family background.

• It shows the main character's initial struggles and ambitions.

• It describes the setting of the story.

• It provides a detailed description of the main character's appearance.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

What is the impact of the word "glistening" in the sentence: "The glistening snow covered the entire village"?

• It suggests that the snow is dirty.

• It implies that the snow is melting.

• It indicates that the snow is shiny and clean.

• It means the snow is heavy.

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

How does the plot of the story unfold in the second chapter, and how do the characters respond to the new challenges they face?

• The characters ignore the challenges and continue with their daily lives.

• The plot introduces a new conflict, and the characters devise a plan to overcome it.

• The plot remains the same, and the characters do not change.

• The characters leave the story, and new ones are introduced.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

What theme is conveyed through the details of the protagonist's journey in the story?

• The importance of wealth and power.

• The value of friendship and perseverance.

• The inevitability of fate.

• The dangers of technology.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

Which sentence from the text best supports the inference that the main character is feeling isolated?

• "She walked through the crowded streets, unnoticed by everyone."

• "He laughed with his friends at the party."

• "The sun was shining brightly in the sky."

• "They all gathered around the table for dinner."

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Analyze how the final scene of the story contributes to the resolution of the plot.

• It introduces a new conflict.

• It resolves the main conflict and shows character growth.

• It leaves the story open-ended.

• It shifts the focus to a different character.

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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 is the effect of the author's choice to use the phrase "a sea of troubles" in the text?

• It creates a sense of calm and peace.

• It emphasizes the overwhelming nature of the character's problems.

• It suggests that the character is on a vacation.

• It indicates that the character is near the ocean.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

Describe how the main character's attitude changes from the beginning to the end of the story.

• The character remains the same throughout the story.

• The character becomes more pessimistic and withdrawn.

• The character grows more confident and determined.

• The character becomes more fearful and anxious.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Determine the central idea of the story and how it is conveyed through the protagonist's actions.

• The central idea is the importance of honesty, conveyed through the protagonist's lies.

• The central idea is the power of love, conveyed through the protagonist's sacrifices.

• The central idea is the inevitability of change, conveyed through the protagonist's resistance.

• The central idea is the value of hard work, conveyed through the protagonist's laziness.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Cite textual evidence that supports the inference that the setting influences the character's decisions.

• "The character always made decisions based on logic."

• "The harsh winter forced her to seek shelter in the village."

• "He ignored the advice of his friends."

• "The character was known for being unpredictable."

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3