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WorksheetsUnit 2, Week 1 Becky Returns/Games in the Woods
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 16mins
In "Becky Returns," Becky says that her mom would not approve of going to the Widow Douglas’ house. How does Tom convince Becky to go?
He tells her that her mom only wants her to be safe.
He tells her her mom would approve if she knew.
He tells her there will be ice cream.
All of the above
In "Becky Returns," which sentence shows that Becky ends up going to the Widow Douglas' house?
"Oh, that will be fun!"
It and Tom's persuasions presently carried the day.
"But what will mamma say?"
"I reckon it's wrong - but -"
Based on the passage, how are Becky and Tom different?
Becky is strong-willed, but Tom changes his mind easily.
Tom is selfish, but Becky thinks of others.
Tom is older than Becky.
Becky is used to following the rules, while Tom is a bit of a trouble maker.
Based on their conversation, what was Becky's reaction to Tom's plan?
Becky was offended that Tom would even suggest going somewhere else.
She was hesitant and nervous, but she gave in to Tom's persuasion.
Becky was excited and eager to go to the Widow Douglas'.
Becky did not seem to care for Tom's plan.
How are Tom’s actions in “Games in the Woods” different than his behavior in “Becky Returns”?
In "Games in the Woods", Tom is following the rules of the game, but in "Becky Returns", he is trying to convince someone to break the rules.
In "Games in the Woods", Tom is boring, but in "Becky Returns," he is fun.
In "Games in the Woods", Tom is having fun, but in "Becky Returns," he is boring.
In both stories, Tom is trying to convince others to do what he wants.
Which sentence best summarizes "Games in the Woods"?
The boys pretend they are sword-fighting outlaws and wish that outlaws still existed.
The boys take turns role-playing and imagining stuff.
Robin Hood is a hero and outlaw in English folklore.
Tom and Joe flung off their regular clothes and shoes and played in the woods.
Tom and Joe switch back and forth between formal storytelling and their country dialect. What effect does this have for the reader?
It is meant to confuse the reader.
It helps the reader understand that the boys are role-playing and creates a playful tone.
The switching creates a serious tone
Changing the way they speak is meant to prove that the boys are smart.
How is Tom's character similar in both "Becky Returns" and "Games in the Woods"? Select all that apply. (Hint: Pick 3)
Tom uses persuasion to get what he wants.
Tom is not shy. He is outgoing, energetic, and lively.
In both passages, Tom is mean.
The characters enjoy being around Tom in both passages.
