Exploring Tuck Everlasting Chapter 21

Winnie returns home after her adventure with the Tucks, who were kind to her. Her family is relieved but confused by her actions. The man in the yellow suit, who wanted the Tucks' secret, is dead, and May Tuck is in trouble for his death. Winnie reflects on her experiences, feeling both connected and changed. The constable confirms the man's death, and Winnie realizes she must act to help May.

What was Winnie doing when she wanted to be soothed?

• Playing with her toys

• Reading a book

• Sitting in her rocking chair

• Talking to her grandmother

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CCSS.RI.1.4

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How did Winnie's family react when the constable told them she left willingly?

• They laughed it off

• They refused to believe it

• They were angry at Winnie

• They believed him immediately

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

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What activities did the Tucks do with Winnie?

• Took her fishing and gave her flapjacks

• Taught her to ride a horse

• Showed her how to paint

• Took her to the city

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What was Winnie's father's reaction to the news about the man in the yellow suit?

• He was relieved

• He was indifferent

• He was shocked

• He was happy

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What did Winnie realize about herself after her experiences with the Tucks?

• She was the same as before

• She had changed and grown

• She was angry at the Tucks

• She wanted to forget everything

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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What did Winnie think about the feeling of rocking in her chair?

• It made her feel angry

• It made her feel scared

• It made her feel sad

• It made her feel soothed

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

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What did Winnie think about the man in the yellow suit's plans for the spring water?

• She wanted to help him

• She thought he must be stopped

• She thought it was a good idea

• She was indifferent

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

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What did Winnie hear after she thought about the man in the yellow suit?

• A horse hurrying into the village

• A dog barking

• A bird singing

• A car driving by

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What news did the constable bring to Winnie's family?

• Winnie was in trouble

• The man in the yellow suit was alive

• The man in the yellow suit was dead

• The Tucks were arrested

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

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What did Winnie resolve to do after hearing the constable's news?

• Run away again

• Save Mae from the gallows

• Forget about everything

• Tell the truth about the Tucks

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CCSS.RL.5.7

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