Analyzing Climax and Rising Action

Which sentence from the excerpt best shows the rising action of the story?

• “The children sat quietly, waiting for the game to begin.”

• “Omakayas pressed her lips together, trying not to laugh.”

• “The grown-ups spoke in low voices about important matters.”

• “At last, the game was over and the children were free to move again.”

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

What is the main problem the children face in the game of silence?

• “The children did not understand the words the adults were speaking.”

• “They listened closely to every word the adults said.”

• “The children wanted to giggle and talk, but they pressed their lips shut.”

• “The children were confused about the rules of the game.”

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CCSS.RF.3.4C

CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

How do Omakayas and Pinch’s actions show their sibling relationship?

• “Pinch leaned over and tried to make Omakayas laugh.”

• “Omakayas and Pinch sat as far away from each other as possible.”

• “Omakayas and Pinch quietly worked together to win the game.”

• “Pinch gave up and stopped playing right away.”

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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 is the climax of the excerpt?

• “The children listened to the adults explain the game of silence.”

• “Pinch leaned closer, crossing his eyes to make Omakayas giggle.”

• “The adults went on talking in serious voices.”

• “The children remained still until the game ended.”

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What lesson about family is shown through the resolution of the game?

• “Siblings never argue with each other.”

• “Even while playing, brothers and sisters learn from each other.”

• “Children always win games against their siblings.”

• “Parents do not notice the games their children play.”

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9