Blackout Genre Study Quiz

What is the main characteristic of realistic fiction?

• Stories that involve magical creatures

• Stories set in the future

• Stories that are always true

• Stories that could happen in real life

What does the term 'blackout' refer to in the context of the story?

• A moment of confusion

• A time when everyone is busy

• A period of silence

• A situation where electricity stops working

Which word describes a situation where people are very close together?

• Busy

• Huddled

• Normal

• Still

What inspired John Rocco to write 'Blackout'?

• A dream he had

• A movie he watched

• A book he read

• A real blackout in New York City

What was John Rocco's profession before he started working on books?

• A chef

• A teacher

• A movie and video game artist

• A musician

How does the story 'Blackout' begin?

• In the middle of a busy day

• During a festival

• On a normal summer night

• With a storm

What do the characters do when the lights go out?

• They go to sleep

• They leave the city

• They watch TV

• They huddle around flashlights and candles

What happens when the characters go to the rooftop?

• They find a quiet place

• They see a block party in the sky

• They call for help

• They decide to go back inside

What is the reaction of the characters when the lights come back on?

• They are disappointed

• They are relieved

• They are scared

• They are indifferent

What is one of the discussion questions mentioned at the end?

• How does the story end?

• What would you do during a blackout?

• Do the characters care about each other?

• What is your favorite part of the story?