10th Text Comparison

What is the most similar situation in BOTH texts?

• The main character is traveling to visit a sick grandmother.

• The main character gets lost and can’t find the grandmother.

• The grandmother meets the main character halfway.

• The main character forgets to bring something important.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

Which change best shows that Text B reimagines the 'stranger danger' conflict for modern life?

• The character wears a hoodie instead of a hooded cape.

• The stranger communicates through anonymous texting and asks for a door code.

• The character carries soup instead of bread.

• The setting takes place during cloudy weather.

In Text A, Lina makes which mistake that increases the danger?

• She runs through the forest.

• She tells the stranger where her grandmother lives.

• She drops the basket.

• She forgets the path entirely.

How does Lena’s response in Text B differ from Lina’s response in Text A?

• Lena trusts the stranger immediately, while Lina ignores him.

• Lena avoids replying and tries to contact trusted adults, while Lina answers and gets distracted.

• Lena asks the stranger for help, while Lina runs away.

• Lena leaves the path to pick flowers, while Lina stays on the path.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which theme is MOST strongly emphasized in BOTH texts?

• The importance of being polite to strangers

• The danger of ignoring safety advice

• The value of taking the shortest route

• The idea that forests are always threatening

Which detail is an example of the adaptation changing the setting while keeping the core conflict?

• the trees leaned close

• a man stepped from behind a trunk

• Grandma’s apartment…had a keypad

• Lina tried to hum

What is the main difference in HOW the antagonist gains power in each text?

• In Text A, the antagonist uses physical strength; in Text B, he uses magic.

• In Text A, the antagonist uses social engineering (questions and persuasion); in Text B, he uses digital manipulation and intimidation.

• In Text A, the antagonist is a family member; in Text B, he is a stranger.

• In Text A, the antagonist is honest; in Text B, he lies.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

Which statement best describes the extent of the adaptation?

• Text B is completely unrelated to Text A.

• Text B is mostly faithful because it copies the same exact events and wording.

• Text B is a reimagining because it keeps the core idea but updates the setting and method of danger.

• Text B is a parody because it makes fun of Text A.

Which evidence BEST supports that Text A includes a clear warning that the character ignores?

• The forest trail was familiar.

• Don’t speak to strangers, and don’t leave the path.

• The light changed quickly.

• Sick people love flowers.

Which evidence BEST supports that Text B focuses on a modern safety issue?

• Lena zipped her hoodie.

• The elevator…smelled like someone’s burnt dinner.

• an unknown number…asked…Which unit is she in?

• She was rearranging it…