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Say hello to a platform dedicated to industrious, yet overtasked teachers like you. Say goodbye to countless hours spent developing relevant and engaging ELA lessons. Whether you are teaching the fundamentals of grammar, creative writing skills, classic literature, or contemporary fiction, you will find thousands of activities and assessments to help you achieve a healthier work-life balance without sacrificing academic rigor.
Brave New World by Aldous Huxley Quiz and Answer Key Bundle
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Brave New World by Aldous Huxley Quiz and Answer Key Bundle

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Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this bundle of plot-based quizzes covering Brave New World by Aldous Huxley, a dystopian novel. These assessments may otherwise serve as guided reading handouts to facilitate active reading experiences. Answer keys are provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats.
Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury Quiz and Answer Key Bundle
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Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury Quiz and Answer Key Bundle

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Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate take-home assessment planning responsibilities with this bundle of plot-based quizzes covering each part of Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. These assessments may also serve as guided reading handouts to facilitate active reading experiences. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Details on Montag’s encounter with Clarisse A lingering question in Montag’s mind Mildred’s self-destructive behavior The behavior of the mechanical hound Clarisse’s concerns about school kids Peculiarities about a particular fire call Montag’s sneakiness Mildred’s general disposition Beatty’s general characterization The campaign against books Montag’s perception of the world Montag’s perspective on books A phone call between Montag and Faber Faber’s professional background Faber’s offerings of help The purpose of Faber’s visit to St. Louis Interactions among Mildred and her friends How Montag irritates Mildred and her friends Montag and Beatty’s interaction at the firehouse A fire alarm The source of the alarm call Beatty’s striking of Montag The nature of Beatty’s death What Montag learns about Beatty after his death Complicating factors in terms of Montag’s escape Montag’s suggestions for Faber Faber’s suggestions for Montag How authorities get the public to help them find Montag What Montag watches on television How books continue to exist What happens to the city A new responsibility
Brave New World Chapters 15 through 18 Quiz and Answer Key
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Brave New World Chapters 15 through 18 Quiz and Answer Key

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Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering Brave New World by Aldous Huxley (chapters 15 through 18). This assessment may also serve as a guided reading handout to facilitate active reading experiences. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: John’s behavior prior to his arrest John’s confession to Mustapha Mond The Controller’s comments about censorship Mustapha Mond’s philosophy on an ideal society Mustapha Mond’s personal history The cause of Bernard’s emotional breakdown The contents of the Controller’s safe The most important right from John’s perspective Where John will be isolated John’s fate And more
"The Outsider" by H.P. Lovecraft Vocabulary Games and Activities
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"The Outsider" by H.P. Lovecraft Vocabulary Games and Activities

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Support vocabulary development and enhance reading comprehension with this set of games and activities to complement H.P. Lovecraft’s short story “The Outsider.” The following are included: a crossword puzzle, a word search activity, a vocabulary application worksheet, the public domain narrative, and answer keys. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
Frankenstein Chapters 1 through 3 Vocabulary Games and Activities
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Frankenstein Chapters 1 through 3 Vocabulary Games and Activities

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Support vocabulary development and enhance reading comprehension with this set of games and activities to complement the science fiction novel Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (chapters 1, 2, and 3). A crossword puzzle, word search activity, vocabulary application worksheet, and answer keys are provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
Frankenstein Chapters 7 through 9 Vocabulary Games and Activities
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Frankenstein Chapters 7 through 9 Vocabulary Games and Activities

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Support vocabulary development and enhance reading comprehension with this set of games and activities to complement the science fiction novel Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (chapters 7, 8, and 9). A crossword puzzle, word search activity, vocabulary application worksheet, and answer keys are provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
"The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe Vocabulary Games
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"The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe Vocabulary Games

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Support vocabulary development and enhance reading comprehension with this set of games and activities to complement the short story “The Cask of Amontillado” by Edgar Allan Poe. The following are included: a crossword puzzle, a word search activity, a vocabulary application worksheet, the public domain narrative, and answer keys. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
"Hansel and Gretel" by the Brothers Grimm Vocabulary Games and Activities
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"Hansel and Gretel" by the Brothers Grimm Vocabulary Games and Activities

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Support vocabulary development and enhance reading comprehension with this set of games and activities to complement the short story “Hansel and Gretel” by the Brothers Grimm. The following are included: a crossword puzzle, a word search activity, a vocabulary application worksheet, the public domain fairy tale, and answer keys. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
"Dr. Heidegger's Experiment" by Nathaniel Hawthorne Vocabulary Activities
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"Dr. Heidegger's Experiment" by Nathaniel Hawthorne Vocabulary Activities

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Support vocabulary development and enhance reading comprehension with this set of games and activities to complement the short story “Dr. Heidegger’s Experiment” by Nathaniel Hawthorne. The following are included: a crossword puzzle, a word search activity, a vocabulary application worksheet, the public domain narrative, and answer keys. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
Frankenstein Chapters 4 through 6 Vocabulary Games and Activities
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Frankenstein Chapters 4 through 6 Vocabulary Games and Activities

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Support vocabulary development and enhance reading comprehension with this set of games and activities to complement the science fiction novel Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (chapters 4, 5, and 6). A crossword puzzle, word search activity, vocabulary application worksheet, and answer keys are provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
"The Cats of Ulthar" by H.P. Lovecraft Vocabulary Games and Activities
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"The Cats of Ulthar" by H.P. Lovecraft Vocabulary Games and Activities

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Support vocabulary development and enhance reading comprehension with this set of games and activities to complement H.P. Lovecraft’s short story “The Cats of Ulthar.” The following are included: a crossword puzzle, a word search activity, a vocabulary application worksheet, the public domain narrative, and answer keys. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
"The Fall of the House of Usher" Vocabulary Games and Activities
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"The Fall of the House of Usher" Vocabulary Games and Activities

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Support vocabulary development and enhance reading comprehension with this set of games and activities to complement Edgar Allan Poe’s short story “The Fall of the House of Usher.” The following are included: a crossword puzzle, a word search activity, a vocabulary application worksheet, the public domain narrative, and answer keys. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
Frankenstein Chapters 10 through 12 Vocabulary Games and Activities
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Frankenstein Chapters 10 through 12 Vocabulary Games and Activities

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Support vocabulary development and enhance reading comprehension with this set of games and activities to complement the science fiction novel Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (chapters 10, 11, and 12). A crossword puzzle, word search activity, vocabulary application worksheet, and answer keys are provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
The War of the Worlds Book 1 Chapters 6 through 10 Vocabulary Games
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The War of the Worlds Book 1 Chapters 6 through 10 Vocabulary Games

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Support academic vocabulary development and enhance reading comprehension with this set of activities to complement H. G. Wells’ science fiction novel The War of the Worlds (book 1, chapters 6 through 10). A vocabulary application worksheet, crossword puzzle, word search game, and answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. Specifically, the following vocabulary terms are addressed: abruptly, acuteness, anguish, blundering, continuous, denounce, desolate, exultant, gloaming, haggard, incongruity, indefatigable, lurid, peril, pitiless, repugnance, serenity, smoldering, tumult, and ultimatum. By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
The War of the Worlds Book 2 Chapters 1 through 5 Vocabulary Games
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The War of the Worlds Book 2 Chapters 1 through 5 Vocabulary Games

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Support academic vocabulary development and enhance reading comprehension with this set of activities to complement H. G. Wells’ science fiction novel The War of the Worlds (book 2, chapters 1 through 5). A vocabulary application worksheet, crossword puzzle, word search game, and answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. Specifically, the following vocabulary terms are addressed: ashen, circumspection, consolation, despondent, dexterous, diminution, domicile, fortnight, gesticulation, implore, ineffectual, instantaneous, keen, lethargic, monotony, multitude, persistence, remonstrance, squeamish, and transitory By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
The War of the Worlds Book 1 Chapters 11 through 17 Vocabulary Games
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The War of the Worlds Book 1 Chapters 11 through 17 Vocabulary Games

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Support academic vocabulary development and enhance reading comprehension with this set of activities to complement H. G. Wells’ science fiction novel The War of the Worlds (book 1, chapters 11 through 17). A vocabulary application worksheet, crossword puzzle, word search game, and answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. Specifically, the following vocabulary terms are addressed: assiduously, dart, diffuse, dismal, dissuade, dubiously, exhort, expostulate, formidable, hoarse, imminent, interminably, palpable, pluckily, ransack, reproach, shabby, smite, tediously, and weariness. By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
"The Murders in the Rue Morgue" Close Reading Analysis Worksheet
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"The Murders in the Rue Morgue" Close Reading Analysis Worksheet

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Help high school students go beyond basic reading comprehension and develop critical thinking skills with this close reading analysis worksheet covering Edgar Allan Poe’s short story “The Murders in the Rue Morgue.” An answer key and copy of the public domain narrative are provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. This resource may facilitate small-group discussions in which students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will improve their ability to present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly and convincingly. Students will perform the following tasks: Make a logical inference based on the narrative’s title Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly Discern the intended effect of the author’s language in context Determine the function of the narrative’s point of view Consider the effects of the author’s narrative techniques Verify interpretations of language using reference materials as needed Examine how characters think, behave, interact, and develop Contrast the characterizations of the protagonist and the police Apply knowledge of literary devices with an emphasis on red herring and symbolism
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Vocabulary Games and Activities Bundle
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Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Vocabulary Games and Activities Bundle

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Frontload assigned readings with these vocabulary games and activities to facilitate comprehension of Mary Shelley’s science fiction novel Frankenstein, also known as The Modern Prometheus. Alternatively, stash these materials in an emergency sub folder to keep students meaningfully engaged in the book during unexpected teacher absences. Included are eight vocabulary application activities, eight crossword puzzles, eight word search games, answer keys, and the public domain novel. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. A total of 160 challenging words are addressed: abhorrent, abstruse, acquiesce, adduce, adjuration, adversary, amiable, apathy, apothecary, approbation, arbiter, ardent, arduous, assuage, augury, balmy, barbarous, benefactor, benumbed, beseech, bewildered, brood, chasten, chimera, chivalrous, combustible, conciliate, congeal, conjecture, console, consternation, convalescence, covet, dart, degenerate, delirium, despondent, detrimental, diffuse, dilatory, dirge, disconsolate, dissipate, docile, dogmatic, emaciated, enraptured, entreat, ephemeral, eradicate, erroneous, exculpate, execration, extricate, feeble, fervently, fester, fetter, fidelity, fortitude, fruitless, gesticulation, haggard, hapless, havoc, ignominy, immerse, immutable, impediment, impervious, impetuous, implore, imprudently, incantation, incessantly, indefatigable, indolence, indulge, inexorable, infallible, ingratitude, innumerable, inquisitive, insuperable, insurmountable, interment, invective, irksome, irresolute, irretrievable, keen, lamentation, lassitude, loathsome, malice, minuteness, mortification, obdurate, obliterate, odious, ominous, omnipotent, opaque, pallid, palpable, paroxysm, pensive, persecute, pertinacity, pertinent, pittance, placid, poignant, precipice, precipitous, predilection, procure, profundity, prognosticate, propagate, radiant, rankle, ravenous, reconcile, redress, rejoice, remissness, remonstrate, replete, reproach, retribution, sagacity, salubrious, satiated, scoff, shrill, singular, solitude, stealth, stigma, strife, stupendous, subsist, superfluous, sustenance, timorous, transitory, tremulous, undulation, unhallowed, unsullied, variegated, venerable, verdure, vivacity, waft, wan, withered, woeful, zeal By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells Vocabulary Games Bundle
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The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells Vocabulary Games Bundle

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Frontload assigned readings with these vocabulary games and activities to facilitate comprehension of the dystopian science fiction novel The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells. Alternatively, stash these materials in an emergency sub folder to keep students meaningfully engaged in the book during unexpected teacher absences. Included are five vocabulary application activities, five crossword puzzles, five word search games, and answer keys. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. A total of 100 challenging words are addressed: abruptly, accost, acuteness, anguish, ashen, assiduously, attenuate, billowy, blundering, brooding, circuitously, circumspection, clamber, complacency, consolation, continuous, dart, denounce, desolate, despondent, dethronement, dexterous, diffuse, diminution, dismal, dissuade, domicile, dominion, dubiously, exhort, expostulate, exuberance, exultant, fecundity, feeble, formidable, fortnight, gesticulation, gloaming, gluttony, grating, haggard, hoarse, imminent, impede, impediment, implore, incandescent, incessant, incongruity, indefatigable, ineffectual, inkling, insensible, instantaneous, interminably, irresolute, jostle, keen, lackadaisical, languid, lethargic, lurid, melancholy, monotony, multitude, noisome, palpable, peril, persecution, persistence, petrify, pitiless, pluckily, propagation, ransack, remonstrance, reproach, repugnance, scarcely, scoff, serenity, shabby, smite, smoldering, solitude, squeamish, stupefy, subtlety, tediously, totter, transient, transitory, tumult, ultimatum, unkempt, vague, vestige, waylay, and weariness. By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
The Handmaid's Tale Vocabulary Games and Activities (Chapters 40 through 46)
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The Handmaid's Tale Vocabulary Games and Activities (Chapters 40 through 46)

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Support vocabulary development and enhance reading comprehension with this set of games and activities to complement the dystopian novel The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood (chapters 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, and 46). A crossword puzzle, word search activity, vocabulary application worksheet, and answer keys are provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Specifically, the following vocabulary terms are addressed: abdicate, assent, banter, complicity, decorous, implore, incredulous, munificent, penance, pervade, placid, platitude, purloin, relinquish, sardonic, serene, shrill, and zeal. By engaging with these activities, students will: Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences