Evaluate general reading comprehension, promote homework accountability, and eliminate take-home assessment planning with this bundle of instructional resources covering The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck. Included are formative quizzes, a summative test, and answer keys. All materials are delivered as both Word Documents and PDFs.

With this bundle of plot-based, multiple choice quizzes covering The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, high school English teachers will be able to evaluate reading comprehension, promote homework accountability, and eliminate assessment planning. Answer keys are provided, as are short answer options, and all materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. Questions pertain to the following key details: Nick’s personal background Nick’s self perception Nick’s perception of Gatsby The setting Nick’s career The contrast between West Egg and East Egg Nick’s academic background A character description of Daisy A character description of Tom A character description of Jordan The green light in the distance Conditions of daily life in the valley The enormous advertisement overlooking the valley A character description of George Wilson A character description of Myrtle A trip to the Morningside Heights apartments Speculation concerning Gatsby’s background The behavior of the party-goers (and Nick’s reaction to it) Tom’s gift to Myrtle Myrtle’s behavior and why it unsettles Tom How Tom takes his anger out on Myrtle The flamboyant nature of Gatsby’s parties The enduring mystery of Gatsby’s background Sensationalized rumors surrounding Gatsby Owl Eyes’ surprising realization about Gatsby’s books Nick and Gatsby’s shared past Nick’s characterization of Gatsby’s smile Gatsby’s manner of speaking to others Gatsby’s general behavior at his own party Gatsby’s request to see Jordan The drunken incident involving Owl Eyes Nick’s characterization of Jordan The purpose of Nick’s list The apparent inconsistencies in Gatsby’s autobiography Gatsby’s proof to assuage Nick’s skepticism Gatsby’s interaction with a police officer Meyer Wolfshiem’s questionable background Nick’s new assumption concerning Gatsby’s wealth Gatsby’s motive to move into his West Egg mansion A revelation concerning the green light across the water A request Gatsby makes of Jordan Gatsby’s efforts to convince Nick to arrange a reunion Gatsby’s gratitude to Nick for agreeing Daisy’s humorous response to Nick’s request that Tom not join Examples of Gatsby’s self-conscious and nervous behavior Daisy’s being brought to tears Gatsby’s long nights outside staring at the green light Klipspringer A characterization of Gatsby’s mansion Gatsby’s biography Gatsby’s college experience Gatsby’s job to pay for college Gatsby meeting Dan Cody Dan Cody’s influence on Gatsby Tom’s presence in Gatsby’s house Tom’s suspicions of Gatsby Nick’s insight concerning Gatsby and Daisy’s relationship The death of a dream Gatsby’s rationale for ceasing the parties Gatsby’s concerns that information about Daisy will be revealed A luncheon at Tom and Daisy’s house A revelation concerning Myrtle Tom’s confrontation with Gatsby Gatsby’s assured reaction to Tom’s confrontational behavior A surprise shift in Daisy’s feelings The death of Myrtle (what happened, who’s responsible, etc.) Gatsby’s desire to protect Daisy from Tom A broken promise The gardener’s intention and Gatsby’s refusal Nick’s judgment of Gatsby Dr. T.J. Eckleburg’s eyes and Wilson’s interpretation of them The death of Myrtle Wilson’s beliefs concerning Myrtle’s death A tragic, deadly incident Underwhelming attendance at Gatsby’s funeral An unexpected telegram Henry Gatsby’s discovery of his son’s death Young Gatsby’s self-improvement plan A brief conversation with Klipspringer Nick’s decision to move back to the Midwest Nick and Jordan’s breakup An encounter with Tom Tom’s feelings concerning Gatsby’s death Nick’s character assessment of Tom and Daisy Nick’s analysis of people’s dreams

Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this bundle of quizzes covering the entirety of Sandra Cisneros’ novel The House on Mango Street. Answer keys are provided, and all materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. A breakdown of content follows. Quiz (Sections 1-4). The assessment covers sections titled “The House on Mango Street” through “My Name.” Questions pertain to the following key details: ♦ The reason behind the family’s move ♦ The qualities/description of the new house ♦ The smell of her mother’s hair ♦ The lack of interaction among boys and girls in the community ♦ Esperanza’s frustrations with spending time with Nenny ♦ Esperanza’s desire to have a best friend ♦ The origin of Esperanza’s name ♦ Esperanza’s personal feelings about her name ♦ The Chinese year of the horse and its superstitious meaning to women ♦ Cultural views on women (Chinese and Mexican) ♦ Esperanza’s great grandmother and her arranged marriage Quiz (Sections 5-9). The assessment covers sections titled “Cathy Queen of Cats” through “Meme Ortiz.” Questions pertain to the following key details: ♦ Cathy’s claims ♦ Cathy’s impending move and her alleged reason why her family is moving ♦ The irony of Cathy’s claim ♦ A purchase Esperanza makes with her friends Lucy and Rachel ♦ How Esperanza accumulated enough funds to make the purchase ♦ Esperanza’s realization about how well Nenny understands her ♦ A visit to the junk store ♦ A music box ♦ How Meme broke both of his arms Quiz (Sections 10-13). The assessment covers sections titled “Louie, His Cousin & His Other Cousin” through “There Was an Old Woman She Had So Many Children She Didn’t Know What to Do.” Questions pertain to the following key details: ♦ Louie and his car accident ♦ Marin’s Puerto Rican boyfriend and her future relationship goal ♦ Marin’s background ♦ Esperanza’s lack of knowledge about other communities leading to fear of those communities ♦ Rosa’s background and personal struggles ♦ A description of the Vargas children ♦ A death resulting from a horrible fall ♦ The significance of the idea of flying, which repeats throughout the story Quiz (Sections 14-17). The assessment covers sections titled “Alicia Who Sees Mice” through “The Family of Little Feet.” Questions pertain to the following key details: ♦ Alicia’s commitment to her education ♦ The mice who roam at night ♦ Alicia’s at-home responsibilities, according to her father and Hispanic culture ♦ The characterization of Darius ♦ Darius’s intriguing assessment of a cloud ♦ What incites an argument among Esperanza and her friends ♦ A gift of high-heeled shoes ♦ How the girls are treated by several men ♦ The characterization of Esperanza and who she is similar to in terms of her goals and personal interests Quiz (Sections 18-21). The assessment covers sections titled “A Rice Sandwich” through “The First Job.” Questions pertain to the following key details: ♦ Mom’s note ♦ Esperanza’s desire not to eat lunch at home ♦ The nun’s denial of Esperanza’s request ♦ Esperanza’s deep-rooted feelings of shame ♦ Her cousin’s baptism party ♦ Esperanza’s reluctance to dance ♦ Overcoming reluctance ♦ Esperanza’s observation while she dances ♦ A discussion on hips ♦ Esperanza’s similarity to Alicia in terms of a constant search for knowledge ♦ Summer work ♦ Flirting ♦ A distressing kiss Quiz (Sections 22-25). The assessment covers sections titled “Papa Who Wakes Up Tired in the Dark” through “Geraldo No Last Name.” Questions pertain to the following key details: ♦ Her father’s emotional breakdown and its cause ♦ Esperanza’s responsibility to explain death to her siblings ♦ Her father’s need to travel to Mexico unexpectedly ♦ A game Esperanza and her friends play, which ultimately causes them strife ♦ A character description of Aunt Lupe ♦ Aunt Lupe’s encouragement of Esperanza’s writing ♦ A visit to the fortune teller ♦ Esperanza’s desire to know whether she will have her own house ♦ Esperanza’s skepticism ♦ The death of Geraldo ♦ Marin’s connection Quiz (Sections 26-29). The assessment covers sections titled “Edna’s Ruthie” through “Four Skinny Trees.” Questions pertain to the following key details: ♦ Ruthie’s friendship with Esperanza and her friends ♦ Ruthie’s marriage ♦ The characterization of Edna ♦ Ruthie and Esperanza’s common interest in writing ♦ The characterization of Earle ♦ Sire, the boy Esperanza likes and her parents dislike ♦ Esperanza’s feelings toward Lois ♦ Esperanza’s sense of self ♦ Esperanza’s comparison to trees ♦ The reason behind the comparison Quiz (Sections 30-33). The assessment covers sections titled “No Speak English” through “Minerva Writes Poems.” Questions pertain to the following key details: ♦ The characterization of Mamacita ♦ The cause of Mamacita’s isolation, according to Esperanza ♦ Esperanza’s father’s personal accounts regarding learning English ♦ Rafaela’s husband and his poor treatment of her ♦ Coconut and papaya juice ♦ The characterization of Sally ♦ Esperanza’s apparent admiration of Sally ♦ An assessment of Sally’s marriage ♦ Similarities between Esperanza and Sally ♦ Sally’s request for advice and Esperanza’s response Quiz (Sections 34-37). The assessment covers sections titled “Bums in the Attic” through “What Sally Said.” Questions pertain to the following key details: ♦ Esperanza’s decision to stop going to look at dream houses and her reasoning ♦ Esperanza’s decision to let bums live in the attic of her future house ♦ Esperanza’s concern that she is not attractive enough ♦ Esperanza’s decision not to surrender her power as a female and how it manifests ♦ Esperanza’s mom and her past ♦ Esperanza’s mom and her comments about being “a smart cookie” ♦ Sally and the abuse she suffers from her father ♦ The reason Sally’s father abuses her ♦ Sally’s attempts to seek safety and Esperanza’s willingness to protect her Quiz (Sections 38-40). The assessment covers sections titled “The Monkey Garden” through “Linoleum Roses.” Questions pertain to the following key details: ♦ A peculiar pet ♦ The garden’s deterioration ♦ Tito stealing Sally’s keys and trying to get her to kiss him ♦ Esperanza’s desire to protect Esperanza, only to put herself in jeopardy ♦ A trip to the carnival ♦ Esperanza’s traumatizing experience ♦ Esperanza’s anger at Sally and women ♦ Sally’s marriage Quiz (Sections 41-44). The assessment covers sections titled “The Three Sisters” through “Mango Says Goodbye Sometimes.” Questions pertain to the following key details: ♦ A community’s show of support following a family death ♦ A palm reading ♦ Esperanza’s impression of the older women ♦ The older women’s advice to Esperanza concerning Mango Street ♦ Esperanza’s conversation with Alicia ♦ Whose responsibility it is to improve Mango Street in the years ahead ♦ Why Esperanza is envious of Alicia ♦ Esperanza’s realization concerning where she belongs