Evaluate reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering chapter eight of Animal Farm by George Orwell. Alternatively, the quiz may serve as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate more focused engagement with literature. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Further modifications to existing commandments The reason Squealer presents the animals with statistics The fate of three hens Napoleon’s announcements Frederick’s forgeries Details about the attack on Animal Farm A discovery made by the pigs Squealer’s newest allegations against Snowball

Evaluate reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering chapter seven of Animal Farm by George Orwell. Alternatively, the quiz may serve as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate more focused engagement with literature. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The humans’ belief about the fate of the windmill Napoleon’s dynamic character The deaths of nine hens Squealer’s allegations Napoleon’s lies Immoral tactics used against the animals Boxer’s reaction to the animal-on-animal violence Clover’s reaction to the animal-on-animal violence The decision related to the anthem “Beasts of England”

Evaluate reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering chapter six of Animal Farm by George Orwell. Alternatively, the quiz may serve as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate more focused engagement with literature. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The year-to-year comparison of the harvest A newly instituted policy Squealer’s method of convincing animals the new policy is acceptable The pigs’ collective lifestyle Napoleon’s big announcement Revisions to existing commandments Muriel’s skill Benjamin’s general characterization The fate of the windmill Napoleon’s response to the windmill’s fate

Evaluate reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering chapter five of Animal Farm by George Orwell. Alternatively, the quiz may serve as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate more focused engagement with literature. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Mollie’s life-changing decision Napoleon’s strategies for disrupting Snowball’s speeches The growing rift between Snowball and Napoleon Napoleon’s priorities Napoleon’s treatment of Snowball’s drawn-up plans A dangerous incident that precedes Snowball’s departure Napoleon’s big decision about community meetings Intimidation tactics Squealer’s accusations Boxer’s new motto Details concerning Sunday ceremonies Napoleon’s surprise announcement

Evaluate reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering chapter four of Animal Farm by George Orwell. Alternatively, the quiz may serve as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate more focused engagement with literature. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The important role of the pigeons The characterization of Pilkington and Frederick The nature of the relationship between Pilkington and Frederick A rumor circulating around Animal Farm Snowball’s research Injured animals Boxer’s terrible concern An animal who goes missing The name of the battle that transpired The identity of an animal killed in battle

Evaluate reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering chapter three of Animal Farm by George Orwell. Alternatively, the quiz may serve as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate more focused engagement with literature. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The horses’ skills Boxer’s slogan The characterization of Benjamin An object of great significance The interaction between the cat and the sparrow The contentious nature of the relationship between Napoleon and Snowball Snowball’s decision regarding the seven commandments Napoleon’s perspective on education The pigs’ justification for inequity benefitting them Intimidation tactics

Evaluate reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering chapter two of Animal Farm by George Orwell. Alternatively, the quiz may serve as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate more focused engagement with literature. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The animal who was absent from Old Major’s speech The fate of Old Major The significance of Napoleon and Snowball The Commandments of Animalism Moses’ statements on what happens after an animal dies Why Moses is disliked by the other animals Mollie’s conflict The most loyal disciples of Animalism The cause of Mr. Jones’ worsening emotional state Details about the Revolution The passing of a resolution Snowball’s instructions to the animals at the end of the chapter

Evaluate reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering chapter one of Animal Farm by George Orwell. Alternatively, the quiz may serve as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate more focused engagement with literature. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Setting The consequences of Mr. Jones’ alcoholism Old Major’s species The reason for Old Major’s oration Old Major’s assessment of England’s climate The “only real enemy” Old Major believes animals have An essential claim made by Old Major An issue on which animals vote Old Major’s commandments “Beasts of England” Mr. Jones’ reaction to thinking there is a fox on his property

Help high school students go beyond basic reading comprehension and support the development of critical thinking and dramatic craft analysis skills with this close reading worksheet covering Act 5, scene 1, of William Shakespeare’s As You Like It. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By completing this close reading activity, students will: Read for literal comprehension Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the intended effects of the Shakespeare’s word choices and narrative techniques Describe tone in context Determine the functions of the scene Explore how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Apply knowledge of literary devices including hyperbole and situational irony Compare and contrast characters Come to class better prepared to discuss dramatic works

Help high school students go beyond basic reading comprehension and support the development of critical thinking and dramatic craft analysis skills with this close reading worksheet covering Act 4, scene 3, of William Shakespeare’s As You Like It. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By completing this close reading activity, students will: Read for literal comprehension Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the intended effects of the Shakespeare’s word choices and narrative techniques Describe tone in context Determine the function of a given passage Explore how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Apply knowledge of literary devices including dramatic irony, dynamic character, metaphor, personification, and more Consider themes in context Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence Write about Shakespearean drama with clarity, accuracy, and precision Come to class better prepared to discuss dramatic works

Help high school students go beyond basic reading comprehension and support the development of critical thinking and dramatic craft analysis skills with this close reading worksheet covering Act 4, scene 2, of William Shakespeare’s As You Like It. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By completing this close reading activity, students will: Read for literal comprehension Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the intended effects of the Shakespeare’s word choices and narrative techniques Determine the function of the scene Explore how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Compare Rosalind and a hunter Apply knowledge of literary devices including double entendre, hyperbole, allusion, personification, and simile Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence Write about Shakespearean drama with clarity, accuracy, and precision Come to class better prepared to discuss dramatic works

Help high school students go beyond basic reading comprehension and support the development of critical thinking and dramatic craft analysis skills with this close reading worksheet covering Act 4, scene 1, of William Shakespeare’s As You Like It. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By completing this close reading activity, students will: Read for literal comprehension Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the intended effects of the Shakespeare’s word choices and narrative techniques Describe tone in context Explore how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Apply knowledge of literary devices including double entendre, hyperbole, allusion, personification, and simile Come to class better prepared to discuss dramatic works

Reduce teacher workload, promote homework accountability, and measure reading comprehension with this set of quizzes on chapters 13 through 21 of Bette Greene’s Summer of My German Soldier. A multiple choice version and short answer alternative are provided in addition to an answer key. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. With these resources, middle and high school students will demonstrate general knowledge of characters, setting, historical context, and plot.

Reduce teacher workload, promote homework accountability, and measure reading comprehension with this set of quizzes on chapters seven through 12 of Bette Greene’s Summer of My German Soldier. A multiple choice version and short answer alternative are provided in addition to an answer key. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. With these resources, middle and high school students will demonstrate general knowledge of characters, setting, historical context, and plot.

Reduce teacher workload, promote homework accountability, and measure reading comprehension with this set of quizzes on chapters one through six of Bette Greene’s Summer of My German Soldier. A multiple choice version and short answer alternative are provided in addition to an answer key. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. With these resources, middle and high school students will demonstrate general knowledge of characters, setting, historical context, and plot.

The Good Good Pig by Sy Montgomery is a great memoir to feature in a nonfiction unit or an independent book study unit, especially for those who appreciate the importance and influence of an animal on human lives. This resource covers chapters 10 through 14, promotes homework accountability, and measures general reading comprehension. It may serve as a reading check quiz or as a guided reading handout to create more purposeful reading experiences and facilitate recall. An answer key is provided, and all materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs. Questions pertain to the following: How Bobbie and Jarvis help Sy and Howard The significance of St. Francis of Assisi to Sy and her work Christopher’s sudden pickiness toward food Signs of Christopher’s deteriorating physical condition The cause of Christopher’s health problems A touching moment between Sy and Christopher Tess and Christopher’s shared medical issues A remarkable secret concerning Sy’s father George’s comment on Christopher’s incredible success Bobbie’s past and how it made her appreciate Christopher’s life Christopher as a “big Buddha master”

The Good Good Pig by Sy Montgomery is a great memoir to feature in a nonfiction unit or an independent book study unit, especially for those who appreciate the importance and influence of an animal on human lives. This resource covers chapters six through nine, promotes homework accountability, and measures general reading comprehension. It may serve as a reading check quiz or as a guided reading handout to create more purposeful reading experiences and facilitate recall. An answer key is provided, and all materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs. Questions pertain to the following: The ritual of pig spa Jane and Kate’s habit of saving leftovers for Christopher A trip to George and Mary’s farm The characteristics of a pig’s skin and its similarities to human skin Kelly Felger’s condition and relationship with Christopher Sy’s research on tiger behaviors The sharpness of Christopher’s tusks The characteristics of a pig’s emotional state and it similarities to human emotions A holiday tradition Christopher’s increasing fame Why Sy is more attracted to the concept of Eden than Heaven

The Good Good Pig by Sy Montgomery is a great memoir to feature in a nonfiction unit or an independent book study unit, especially for those who appreciate the importance and influence of an animal on human lives. This resource covers chapters one through five, promotes homework accountability, and measures general reading comprehension. It may serve as a reading check quiz or as a guided reading handout to create more purposeful reading experiences and facilitate recall. An answer key is provided, and all materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs. Questions pertain to the following: A sow’s reaction to a squealing runt and why Incidents leading to Sy and Howard’s acquisition of a pig Contrasting the relationship Sy has with her mom and dad The setting and why it was an ideal location for Sy to live Why Sy’s marriage to Howard was met with disdain by Sy’s mom The origin and meaning of the name Christopher Hogwood Evidence to support the claim that pigs have exceptional intelligence Christopher Hogwood as a “creature of his convictions” The police chief’s method of luring Christopher Hogwood home Donations to Christopher Hogwood Evidence to support cultural reverence of pigs Tess and her physical condition