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WorksheetsQuiz on 'The Chicken That Crossed the Road' and skills check
Total questions: 75
Worksheet time: 2hrs 48mins
Who is the main character in "The Chicken That Crossed the Road"?
Robert
Miguel
Mr. Shafer
The chicken
What assignment is Miguel struggling with at the beginning of the story?
A math test
A science project
An English essay on courage
A history report
What does Miguel initially plan to do with the chicken?
Keep it as a pet
Sell it to Mr. Shafer
Set it free
Cook it for dinner
Which character in the story can be described as a static character?
Miguel
Robert
Mr. Shafer
The chicken
How does Miguel indirectly show his change of heart about selling the chicken?
By stealing money
By rescuing the chicken from Mr. Shafer
By arguing with his parents
By doing his chores at home
Which of the following is an example of internal conflict Miguel faces?
Arguing with Robert
Deciding whether to save the chicken
Running from the bullies
Negotiating the price of the chicken
Which character is a dynamic character in the story?
Miguel
Robert
Mr. Shafer
The chicken
What external conflict does Miguel face near Mr. Shafer’s house?
He gets lost on the way home.
He encounters bullies who steal his money.
He fights with Robert.
Mr. Shafer chases him away.
Which of the following best describes Miguel's initial attitude towards bravery?
He thinks bravery is only about physical strength.
He believes bravery is unnecessary.
He feels that no one around him is truly brave.
He admires bravery but fears it.
What literary device is used when Miguel describes his breath as "like a fist"?
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Hyperbole
Which quote best shows Miguel's indirect characterization as someone struggling with guilt?
"He stuffed his mouth with mashed potatoes."
"What have I done? Miguel moaned to himself."
"I got a chicken," Miguel announced.
"Miguel sat on the front porch, catching his breath."
Which character trait best describes Robert?
Timid
Impulsive
Honest
Deceitful
How does Miguel resolve his internal conflict about the chicken?
He sells the chicken anyway.
He rescues the chicken from Mr. Shafer.
He ignores his feelings of guilt.
He asks Robert for advice.
Which of the following best describes Miguel's mother’s role in his decisions throughout the remainder of the story?
She scolds him for being lazy.
She shows him that persistence is a form of courage.
She teaches him to be brave by confronting Mr. Shafer.
She buys a chicken for dinner, making Miguel feel guilty.
What does the chicken symbolize for Miguel by the end of the story?
His childhood innocence
A lost opportunity
Courage and redemption
Fear and regret
What literary device is used in describing the bullies as "thin as vampires"?
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Irony
Which best explains why Miguel feels he has done a "bad, bad thing"?
He sold the chicken for a low price.
He lied to his mother.
He betrayed the chicken by selling it to a cruel man.
He fought with Robert over the chicken.
Which of the following best describes Miguel's actions when he sees the chicken tied up at Mr. Shafer's house?
He hesitates but eventually saves the chicken.
He turns away and goes home.
He asks Mr. Shafer to release the chicken.
He leaves the chicken and takes the money.
What lesson about courage does Miguel learn by the end of the story?
Courage is about standing up to bullies.
True courage involves making amends for your mistakes.
Bravery means being the strongest person.
He learns nothing about courage.
Why does Miguel ultimately decide to rescue the chicken?
He wants to prove Robert wrong.
He realizes it’s the right thing to do.
He fears getting caught.
He wants to keep the chicken as a pet.
What theme could you apply to The Chicken That Crossed The Road? Write your answer below and be sure to use a complete sentence.
The buses can be impatient around here.
This is an example of _______________.
simile
metaphor
personification
idiom
Thunder grumbled and raindrops reported for duty.
This is an example of _______________.
simile
metaphor
personification
idiom
Her eyes were fireflies.
This is an example of _______________.
simile
metaphor
personification
idiom
Hope is a shiny pebble in the gloom.
This is an example of _______________.
simile
metaphor
personification
idiom
The job interview was a rope ladder dropped from heaven.
This is an example of _______________.
simile
metaphor
personification
idiom
She hung her head like a dying flower.
This is an example of _______________.
simile
metaphor
personification
idiom
comparing two unlike things by saying one is the other
Define Simile
A comparison of two dissimilar items using like, as, or than
A comparison of two dissimilar items without using like, as, or than
A sound word
Two opposite ideas coming together to create an effect
Define Metaphor
A play on words to produce a humorous effect
A comparison of two dissimilar items without using like, as, or than
An extreme exaggeration
A comparison of two dissimilar items using like, as, or than
Which of the following is an example of theme?
Cinderella was thoughtful and kind.
Jack risked his life to save Jane.
Don't judge people by outward appearances.
Happiness
Which is an example of theme?
One person can make a difference.
Missy knew she would always be grateful.
The donkey was stubborn and did not change.
Sir John became famous for slaying the dragon.
What is theme?
message about life that the author expresses
the time, location, and mood of a story
sequence of events
the main events
Three flies notice an overturned honey pot. Two of the flies decide to land in the honey and start eating it. But the oldest fly stays back. The two flies tease the older fly, but then get stuck in the honey.
What is the theme of this story?
Some prizes aren't worth it.
Overeating leads to illness.
Insects value food over safety.
Always send a tester.
A story's main theme might be difficult to figure out because:
Authors rarely want the reader to figure it out
It has little to do with plot, characters, and other story elements
Only complicated, adult stories have themes
It is rarely stated explicitly
What is the theme of this story?
Slowly but surely wins the race.
Don't be lazy.
We are stronger together than we are apart.
If you try to go on your own, you will get eaten by a big fish.
"At a special ceremony, the police chief gave the officer a commendation for bravery." What does the word "commendation" in this sentence?
an award for an outstanding achievement
an object designed to bring good luck
a lecture
a police station
Night is the time when many animals forage, or search for food. What does the word forage mean in this sentence?
sleep
come out at night
search for food
forgettable
My sister loathes broccoli, but she loves spinach. What does the word loathes mean in this sentence?
extreme love of something
eats eagerly
prepares or cooks
extreme dislike
The factory manufactures, or makes, parts for computers.
Definition
Synonym
Antonym
Example
When he reached the summit, he was amazed at what he could see from the top of the mountain.
Defintion
Synonym
Antonym
Example
The citizens tried to save the building, but in the end they lost and it was demolished.
Definition
Synonym
Antonym
Example
Reading, spelling, math, social studies, and science are part of the elementary curriculum.
Defintion
Synonym
Antonym
Example
Deciduous trees such as oak, elm, and maple, grow in many parts of the county.
Defintions
Synonyms
Antonyms
Example
Information gathered using your 5 senses is called an
Observation
Inference
Warren pushed the back door open with his elbow. He was dragging a heavy black plastic sack behind him. Thud, thud, thud. The bag thumped each stair Warren descended. Thud, thud, rip, drip, drip. The bag had gotten caught on a nail and a foul, odorous juice poured out, splashing Warren's leg. "Ew... gross!" Warren shouted as he adjusted the bag. He walked out to the alley and deposited the bag in a large plastic container, closing the lid behind him as he left, still muttering about his pants.
What is Warren doing?
Warren is taking out the trash.
Warren is transporting toxic liquids.
Warren is bringing food to a potluck
Warren is carrying his sister around in a trash bag.
Virgil slammed his fist against the locker. The hallway had been packed one minute ago, but now most of the students had filed into their classes. The bell would ring shortly. Virgil looked around urgently but saw no friendly faces. He faced the locker again and started spinning the lock, first right, then left, then right. He took a deep breath and pulled the lock. It held tight. Virgil cursed under his breath at the exact moment that the bell rang. Virgil grabbed the handle of the locker and yanked it repeatedly in a fit of frustration. Then he threw his arms against the locker and burrowed his head into his arms. Finally, he pushed himself off of the locker and went to look for a custodian.
Why is Virgil upset?
He can't remember his combination.
He's at the wrong locker.
He's friends with the custodian.
He closed his hand in the locker.
Screech! Karen stomped on the gas pedal the moment the light turned green. She looked over her left shoulder and zigged past a semi-truck. She zoomed ahead and looked over her right shoulder and then zagged past a motorbike. She glanced at the clock on the console and darted into the parking lot. Whipping into a parking spot, she grabbed her suitcase and ran through the lot, up the escalator, and into the terminal. Just as she entered the terminal, she heard an announcement over the loudspeaker, "Final boarding call for flight 205 to JFK..." Karen looked at her ticket and then at the line to get through the security checkpoint, which wrapped around several times and was moving incredibly slowly. Karen sighed and then slowly walked to the customer service desk.
What happened to Karen?
Karen missed her flight.
Karen forgot her ticket.
Karen was late to work.
Karen got in a car accident.
A literary element involving a struggle between two opposing forces.
Theme
conflict
secret
central idea
A conflict within the character.
Internal conflict
theme
central idea
external conflict
A conflict between a character and someone or something in the outside world.
External conflict
Internal conflict
central idea
theme
The central character who faces opposing forces.
theme
central idea
protagonist
antagonist
The opposing force against the main character.
antagonist
protagonist
central idea
main idea
This is the turning point in a story; it is the most intense or emotional part of the story!
Este es el punto de inflexión en una historia; ¡Es la parte más intensa o emocional de la historia!
Rising Action
Resolution
Falling Action
Climax
Readers would learn about the setting and important background information on the characters during which part of the plot line?
The resolution (denouement)
The falling action
The climax
The exposition
The rising action
True or False: During the falling action, the conflict in the story is growing or getting worse.
True
False
In which part of the story is the major conflict introduced?
The resolution (denouement)
The falling action
The climax
The exposition
The rising action
A reader is reading a story and comes to the end. The conflict has been resolved and there are no major problems for the main characters. This part of the plot line is called ...
The resolution (denouement)
The falling action
The climax
The exposition
The rising action
The falling action usually occurs –
Immediately after the rising action
Immediately after the exposition
After the resolution
After the climax but before the resolution
All of the above
A reader is asked to find all details that are part of the setting. Which should he/she include?
The location where the story takes place
The time period where the story takes place
The environment or weather where the story takes place
All of these options
Setting is the _____ and ______.
(a)
: What was the setting at the beginning of the story (in paragraph 1):
Once upon a time, there was a young girl who lived with her mother on the outskirts of a dark forest.
(a)
Rejoicing in her granddaughter’s bravery and quick thinking, and feeling much improved after her brief encounter with the belly of a wolf, the grandmother cheered and hugged the young girl, and the two of them sat down to a delightful dinner, never to hear from the wolf again.
Make an inference (draw a conclusion based on what you know). What was the setting at the end of the story?
(a)
Identify the following stage of plot from the sentence below:
This young girl’s grandmother had been ill for quite some time, and she was in the habit of bringing her grandmother food and medicine when she needed it.
The resolution (denouement)
The falling action
The climax
The exposition
The rising action
Identify the following stage of plot from the excerpt below:
One day, the young girl put on her finest red coat, packed a picnic basket with food and her grandmother’s medicine, and set out on the forest path she was so familiar with... She was so absorbed by all of the sights and sounds of the forest that she did not notice a prowling wolf watching her through the dark trees.
The resolution (denouement)
The falling action
The climax
The exposition
The rising action
In which part of the story is the major conflict introduced?
The resolution (denouement)
The falling action
The climax
The exposition
The rising action
Readers would learn about the setting and important background information on the characters during which part of the plot line?
The resolution (denouement)
The falling action
The climax
The exposition
The rising action
True or False: During the falling action, the conflict in the story is growing or getting worse.
True
False
The falling action usually occurs –
Immediately after the rising action
Immediately after the exposition
After the resolution
After the climax but before the resolution
All of the above
A reader is asked to find all details that are part of the setting. Which should he/she include?
The location where the story takes place
The time period where the story takes place
The environment or weather where the story takes place
All of these options
Setting is the _____ and ______.
(a)
Rejoicing in her granddaughter’s bravery and quick thinking, and feeling much improved after her brief encounter with the belly of a wolf, the grandmother cheered and hugged the young girl, and the two of them sat down to a delightful dinner, never to hear from the wolf again.
Make an inference (draw a conclusion based on what you know). What was the setting at the end of the story?
(a)
