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Worksheets"The Cutting of My Long Hair"
Total questions: 24
Worksheet time: 26mins
In paragraph 9, based on her use of the simile “I had been tossed about in the air like a
wooden puppet” what can the reader infer about the narrator?
she feels isolated
she is resigned to her fate
she feels like she is a coward
she feels she has no control
Reread paragraph 9, based on the metaphor “for now I was only one of many little animals driven by a herder,” what can the reader infer about the narrator?
she feels she is safe and someone is there to protect her
she now feels comfortable being with the group
she feels she has succumbed to the will of her oppressors
she feels like an animal
The narrator’s internal conflict in paragraph 4-6 is between her and her desire to
not be seen as a coward or unskilled
not have short hair
not have her hair cut by the enemy
to show her mother she is not a coward
Based on the dialogue in paragraphs 5-6, the best word to describe Judewin’s feelings are
rebellious
angry
submissive
calm
The main conflict the narrator faces in the story is
man vs. nature
man vs. society
man vs. himself
man vs. technology
The narrator’s rebellious behavior when speaking to Judewin is ironic because she later
runs away and hides under the bed
declares her desire to rebel and fight
is dragged from the bed and tied to a chair
asks for the “pale face” to cut her hair
In paragraphs 4-7, based on her reaction to Judewin’s discovery, the narrator could best be described as
cowardly
indignant
restless
hopeless
The image of the narrator being “tossed about in the air like a wooden puppet” conveys a feeling of
helplessness
resignation
desire
determination
From the imagery in paragraph 1 and 2, you can infer that the narrator
Likes one of the young braves
doesn’t like apples and snow
feels uncomfortable in the noisy environment
is scantily dressed but not embarrassed
The interaction between the narrator and Judewin in paragraphs 4-6 affects the plot by
lightening the mood
providing background information
resolving the main conflict
building suspense
In the story, the narrator’s long hair does not symbolize
strength
free will
honor
cowardice
What is the mood at the beginning of the story as the bells are ringing in the belfry?
Tense
Somber
Joyous
Celebratory
A conclusion that can be made about the ones with the “pale face(s)” in the story is
They want to break the spirit of the narrator.
They have had a long hard winter.
They have never seen anyone like the narrator.
They want what is best for the narrator.
Events in this selection are presented
in the order in which they happened
from the least important to the most important
by cause and effect
by main idea and supporting details
The denotation of “metallic” in paragraph 1 is “containing metal.” What is the word’s
connotation?
scared
harsh
quiet
cautious
What is the denotative meaning of the word “bedlam” in Paragraph 1?
disorder
laziness
mattress
organization
What is the meaning of the word “belfry” in Paragraph 1?
building
arch
sky
a bell tower
What is a common theme in both “The Cutting of My Long Hair” and “The Scarlet Ibis”?
Hard work pays off.
Have respect for others.
Pride is hard to overcome.
Persistence can overcome anything.
Which of the following excerpts from the text displays the narrator’s discontentment with her situation?
“the snow still covered the ground, and the trees were bare” (Paragraph 1).
“But this eating formula was not the hardest trial that first day” (Paragraph 4).
“And though my spirit tore itself struggling for its lost freedom, all was useless” (Paragraph 1).
“As I glanced at the long chain of tables, I caught the eyes of a paleface woman upon me” (Paragraph 3)
fast
1. fixed firmly in place
2. to abstain from food
3. acting, moving, or capable of acting or moving quickly
4. indicating a time somewhat ahead of the actual time
Which definition represents the meaning of fast as it is used in paragraph 8 of “The Cutting of My Long Hair”?
Definition 1
Definition 2
Definition 3
Definition 4
Reread paragraphs 8 and 9. The narrator’s external conflict in these paragraphs is between the narrator’s desire to save her heritage and-?
Judewin wanting her to come spend time with them.
Her mother thinking of her as a coward.
Authorities desire for her to conform.
Authorities cutting her hair.
Which of these quotes does not illustrate the narrator’s forced assimilation into society?
“I felt the cold blades of the scissors against my neck, and heard them gnaw off one of my thick braids.”
“On my hands and knees I crawled under the bed, and cuddled myself in the dark corner.”
“I crept up the stairs as quietly as I could in my squeaking shoes, --my moccasins had been exchanged for shoes.”
“I remember being dragged out, though I resisted by kicking and scratching wildly.”
What is the meaning of the word submit as it appears in paragraph 6?
Suggestion
Approval
Influence
Obey
Which sentence best describes how the author uses point of view in the selection?
The author uses a third-person narrative to help the reader understand what motivates the protagonist to stand her ground when facing opposition.
The author uses an unreliable first-person narrator to suggest that she exaggerates the trauma she endures.
The author uses a first-person narrative to help the reader identify with the thoughts and feelings of a protagonist under extreme stress.
The author uses an omniscient narrator to create suspense by revealing the existence of a threat to a naïve, vulnerable protagonist.
