Exploring Foreshadowing and Juxtaposition in The Landlady

When was 'The Landlady' by Roald Dahl first published?

• 1955

• 1959

• 1962

• 1965

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What is the main reason Billy Weaver decides to stay at the bed and breakfast?

• He knew the landlady

• It was recommended by the train porter

• It was cheaper than other options

• He was distracted by the sign

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What literary technique does Roald Dahl use by repeating the word 'briskly' multiple times?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Repetition

• Alliteration

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does the landlady's use of the word 'terribly' in 'terribly nice' signify?

• It is a sarcastic remark

• It is a neutral statement

• It has a negative connotation

• It is a positive compliment

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What flower is mentioned in the story that has a specific meaning?

• Roses

• Lilies

• Tulips

• Chrysanthemums

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

What does the presence of taxidermied animals in the house foreshadow?

• The cleanliness of the house

• The fate of the previous guests

• The landlady's profession

• The landlady's love for animals

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What theme is highlighted by Billy's decision to stay at the bed and breakfast despite his instincts?

• The value of trust

• The importance of hospitality

• The beauty of old houses

• The danger of making quick decisions

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does the story suggest about the safety of public places versus private ones?

• Public places are always safer

• Private places are always safer

• Public places can be risky

• Private places can be risky

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which other Roald Dahl story mentioned shares the theme of danger from unexpected places?

• Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

• Matilda

• The BFG

• Lamb to the Slaughter

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What is the significance of the landlady's insistence on Billy signing the guest book?

• It is a part of her ritual

• It is for security purposes

• It is a way to remember guests

• It is a legal requirement

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1