Exploring Chapter 6 of To Kill a Mockingbird

The transcript follows a group of children in Maycomb as they plan and execute a nighttime adventure to peek into Boo Radley's house. They face challenges and consequences, including a close encounter with a shadowy figure and a shotgun blast. The children manage to escape, but not without losing some clothing and facing questions from the adults. The night ends with a reflection on their actions and the risks they took.

What was the reason for the characters deciding to visit Miss Rachel's fish pool?

• There was a party at Miss Rachel's.

• They wanted to go fishing.

• Miss Rachel invited them.

• It was Dill's last night in Maycomb.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What did the characters use to construct a cigarette?

• Cotton and bark

• Newspaper and string

• Paper and herbs

• Grass and leaves

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

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What did the characters initially plan to do at the Radley's place?

• Play in the backyard

• Look through a window with a loose shutter

• Steal fruits from the garden

• Search for a lost ball

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Why did the characters decide to go out at night?

• It was cooler at night

• They didn't want to be seen

• There was a curfew during the day

• They were only free at night

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What caused the characters to run away from the Radley's backyard?

• They heard a shotgun sound

• A dog started barking

• They were caught by Mr. Radley

• It started raining heavily

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What was Jem's reaction to the shadow they saw at the Radley's house?

• He ran towards it

• He went rigid and silent

• He laughed it off

• He screamed for help

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

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What did Jem lose during their escape from the Radley's backyard?

• His shoes

• His shirt

• His pants

• His watch

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What excuse did Dill give for their late-night adventure when questioned?

• They were looking for a lost pet

• They were playing strip poker

• They were just walking around

• They were playing hide and seek

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

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Who did Mr. Radley supposedly shoot at according to Miss Stephanie?

• A dog

• A thief

• A neighbor

• A trespasser

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

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What did Atticus tell the children after the incident?

• They were grounded for a week

• He was proud of their bravery

• He didn't want to hear about poker again

• They should apologize to Mr. Radley

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

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