Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate take-home assessment planning with this plot-based quiz covering chapters 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Susan Beth Pfeffer’s dystopian sci-fi novel The Dead and the Gone, the sequel to Life As We Knew It. The assessment may double as a guided reading handout to facilitate active engagement with fiction. An answer key is included, along with a short answer alternate quiz for reassessment purposes. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Alex’s friends’ concerns for Briana’s health Alex’s decision for the siblings to skip school to move away Alex and Kevin’s 'body shopping" endeavors Julie’s feelings of inferiority The sudden closing of Julie’s school The conflict between Bri and Julie regarding the probability that their parents are dead Lottery tickets Alex’s efforts to save Julie from a potential kidnapper Harvey’s arrangements for Alex and Bri Harvey’s disturbing arrangements for Julie Mr. Flynn’s kindness and generosity Alex’s physically exhausting labor

Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate take-home assessment planning with this plot-based quiz covering chapters 9, 10, and 11 of Susan Beth Pfeffer’s dystopian sci-fi novel The Dead and the Gone, the sequel to Life As We Knew It. The assessment may double as a guided reading handout to facilitate active engagement with fiction. An answer key is included, along with a short answer alternate quiz for reassessment purposes. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Natural disasters of epic proportion Kevin and Alex’s decision to go “body shopping” A bartering system in a black market Harvey, the neighborhood dealer with a monopoly Julie’s devastation following the death of her garden Alex’s conversation with Sister Rita Alex’s motive leading to his conversation with Father Franco A comparison of city life and country life in the current climate The return of Bri The witnessing of a suicide and Alex’s subsequent confession Alex’s decision to confess his sins to Father Mulrooney A surprise celebration

Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate take-home assessment planning with this plot-based quiz covering chapters 6, 7, and 8 of Susan Beth Pfeffer’s dystopian sci-fi novel The Dead and the Gone, the sequel to Life As We Knew It. The assessment may double as a guided reading handout to facilitate active engagement with fiction. An answer key is included, along with a short answer alternate quiz for reassessment purposes. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Uncle Jimmy’s reappearance Uncle Jimmy’s offer to Briana Mr. Dunlap and his kind offer to Alex and Julie Alex’s conflicting feelings about “stealing” food Father Mulrooney’s announcement that school will continue through summer Alex’s specific job, which must be done daily before school Julie’s newfound love for gardening The lack of sufficient food resources and the consequent mob Alex’s failed effort to wish Briana a happy birthday Father Mulrooney’s “insufficient compassion” and Alex’s reaction to it Kevin’s kindness and generosity Volcanic eruptions leading to the deaths of millions

Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate take-home assessment planning with this plot-based quiz covering chapters 3, 4, and 5 of Susan Beth Pfeffer’s dystopian sci-fi novel The Dead and the Gone, the sequel to Life As We Knew It. The assessment may double as a guided reading handout to facilitate active engagement with fiction. An answer key is included, along with a short answer alternate quiz for reassessment purposes. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Observations about who is missing in the chapel Alex’s decision to miss school and visit Yankee Stadium The rules that must be followed while at Yankee Stadium Methods of lessening the severity of the experience at Yankee Stadium Alex’s austere reaction to Julie’s “Who died and made you boss?” remark Chris Flynn and his father’s generosity Bri’s belief that Mami may be alive, and her reasoning Father Franco’s good news concerning Bri Why Julie is not offered the same opportunity as Bri A promise Bri wants Alex to make before departing Alex’s maturity

Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate take-home assessment planning with this plot-based quiz covering chapters 1 and 2 of Susan Beth Pfeffer’s dystopian sci-fi novel The Dead and the Gone, the sequel to Life As We Knew It. The assessment may double as a guided reading handout to facilitate active engagement with fiction. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The absence of Alex’s father Alex’s brother, Carlos, and his Marine status The setting of the novel Why Mami is not home on the night of the meteor strike Uncle Jimmy’s need for help at the bodega The phone conversation between Alex and Carlos Alex’s failed effort to visit the school for more information Why the subway system is inoperable The purpose of Alex’s list Clarification on the disaster provided by Father Franco Alex’s search for hidden cash The bulletin board at St. Margaret’s A curfew, a national day of mourning, and Alex’s belief that the government is searching for solutions Alex’s visit to the hardware store A telephone hotline A phone conversation with Aunt Lorraine The location of unidentified bodies

This 25-question quiz has students match the meaning to an underlined root. A corresponding answer key is included.

This 8-slide PowerPoint is designed to provide students a brief introduction to the concepts of roots and formatives. This presentation addresses how learning about prefixes expands one's vocabulary, as well as how prefixes influence the meanings of words (e.g., reversing a verb's meaning, creating negative meaning, showing time and order, indicating location and degree, and expressing support or opposition).

Facilitate active participation in small-group discussions of science fiction literature with this set of literature circle materials for teaching Feed by M.T. Anderson. The following are included: a handout detailing student roles; documentation logs to hold students accountable for their tasks; and a standards-based rubric for scoring student performances. Materials are delivered in both Word Document and PDF formats. By engaging in these literature circle activities, students will do the following: Articulate key details from the story Generate open-ended questions related to the novel in order to carry out meaningful discussions with peers Respond thoughtfully to open-ended questions and others’ contributions to the discussion Document ways in which the novel is consistent with aspects of modern society Locate specific passages and/or quotations that relate to major themes and concepts—especially those relating to technology, consumerism, sociology, and the value of independent thinking Artistically convey important information from the assigned reading Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision

Help high school readers discern all the important aspects of To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee with this comprehensive reading guide, which promotes active engagement with literature and supports the development of independent, focused note-taking skills. A detailed answer key is included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. This resource highlights the following: Character Development. Students will document relevant information about characterization and track character transformations. Plot. Hundreds of plot-based questions are provided to help students focus on meaningful details from the novel. Historical Context. Some questions necessitate brief research and/or activation of schema in order to draw similarities between historical events and incidents in the novel. Meaningful Quotations and Excerpts. Dozens of meaningful quotes are emphasized, requiring students to articulate context and/or significance. Vocabulary. Dozens of unfamiliar and complex words are identified to maximize students’ comprehension of plot and expand readers’ vocabulary. SQ3R Practices. In each section, a list of generalized details (organized by chapter) helps students focus on what to review in the days and weeks following the assigned reading. Additionally, a section for personalized notes is given.

A visually stimulating Power Point that provides context for the drama. Information covered includes Shakespeare’s background, The Globe Theatre, characteristics of Shakespearean performances, and character overviews. For the purpose of engaging students, I will occasionally use humor to convey important ideas. This is intended to come across in this presentation.

This editable assessment measures general comprehension and holds students accountable for the assigned reading of Aesop’s fable “The Fox and the Crow.” Delivered in Word Document format, this quiz includes an answer key. Learning targets addressed include: Students will demonstrate knowledge of the appropriate definition of fable. Students will demonstrate basic comprehension of the text. Students will demonstrate knowledge of literary terminology by applying the concept to the text. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the text’s theme by paraphrasing a logical message they discern.

Measure general comprehension and hold students accountable for reading The Adventures of Ulysses by Bernard Evslin with this multiple choice, plot-based quiz covering chapter sixteen, “The Return.” An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. Questions pertain to the following important details: Ulysses’ return to Ithaca Eumaeus’ loyalty Ulysses’ new-found knowledge upon returning home The suitors vs. Telemachus The concealing of an identity Argo’s reaction to Ulysses’ return The antagonistic nature of Eurymachus An archery contest Penelope’s agreement to marry the victor Bloody conflict The resolution

Measure general comprehension and hold students accountable for reading The Adventures of Ulysses by Bernard Evslin with this multiple choice, plot-based quiz covering chapters fourteen and fifteen (“Ino’s Veil” and “Nausicaa”). An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. Questions pertain to the following important details: Calypso’s help Poseidon’s anger at Ulysses The characterization of Ino The characterization of Nausicaa Nausicaa’s dream Nausicaa’s encounter with Ulysses The oracle’s warning The men’s conspiracy against Ulysses Nausicaa’s trick King Alcinous’s generosity

Measure general comprehension and hold students accountable for reading The Adventures of Ulysses by Bernard Evslin with this plot-based quiz covering chapters eight through eleven (“The Land of the Dead” through “Scylla and Charybdis”). An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. Questions pertain to the following important details: The death of Elpenor The importance of the white bird The sacrificing of goats The appearance of ghosts Ulysses’ new-found knowledge of what has transpired at home Strategies Ulysses must employ to successfully return home Protection against the Sirens Scylla and Charybdis The Isle of the Sun Titan

Measure general comprehension and hold students accountable for reading The Adventures of Ulysses by Bernard Evslin with these plot-based quizzes covering chapter seven, “Circe.” A multiple choice version is provided, as well as a short answer alternative. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. Questions pertain to the following important details: A surprising discovery on the island Circe’s background Circe’s powers Ulysses’ unexpected help from a Greek god Ulysses and Circe’s arrangement The men’s general feelings toward remaining on the island Circe’s offer to Ulysses, which is refused A revelation concerning the Land of the Dead Ulysses’ decision to leave the island

Measure general comprehension and hold students accountable for reading The Adventures of Ulysses by Bernard Evslin with these plot-based quizzes covering the chapters “The Cyclops’ Cave” through “Cannibal Beach.” Both multiple choice and short answer options are offered, as are answer keys. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. Questions pertain to the following important details: The dangers of Polyphemus Ulysses efforts to save himself and his men The eventual escape A flaw in Ulysses’ character Polyphemus’s plea to his father Aeolus and a gift Another mistake Ulysses makes before arriving home Aeolus’s response to Ulysses’ mistake Incidents on Cannibal Beach

Measure general comprehension and hold students accountable for reading The Adventures of Ulysses by Bernard Evslin with this plot-based quiz covering the prologue through the chapter titled “The Lotus Eaters.” An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in a zip file as both a Word Document and a PDF. Questions pertain to the following important details: A bribe (inciting incident) An oath agreed to by Helen’s suitors The Trojan War The wooden horse An attack on the Island of the Ciconians Ulysses’ efforts to save his men from subsequent attack The tossing away of treasures Morpheus A characterization of the Lotus Eaters Ulysses’ efforts to remove his men from the influence of Lotusland

This concise PowerPoint presentation is designed to facilitate a review of the 12 Labors of Hercules.

Folktales and legends are short story subgenres that appeal to many teenage readers who appreciate the fantasy genre. “The Silver Pool” by Ella Young is a legendary tall tale focusing on the quest of an Irish folk hero, Fionn MacCumhail, who aspires to become a leader. This multiple choice quiz covering “The Silver Pool” helps English teachers promote homework accountability and evaluate reading comprehension. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Elements of legends Fionn’s desire to become a strong man The Salmon of Knowledge The King’s Poet Ireland’s art, etiquette, and heroes Discovered treasure The consequence of a significant action A sudden realization The fulfillment of a prophecy Situational irony (or irony of result)

Save time and measure general reading comprehension with this printable quiz on “Black Angel,” a short story by Nancy Springer. Delivered in Word Document and PDF formats, this multiple choice assessment makes it easier to quickly and efficiently gather data on student recall and reading habits. An answer key and a copy of the public domain narrative are provided. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot: Setting The reason for the Jersey Devil’s frustration Distinguishing characteristics of the nameless child The comparison of the Jersey Devil to another mythical being The reason for the nameless child’s presence in the woods Where the Jersey Devil takes the child The purpose of the Jersey Devil’s visit to the World Tree Dynamic character A new dynamic to the relationship between the child and the Jersey Devil The World Tree’s judgment of the Jersey Devil Symbolism