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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.

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"The Dog and the Sparrow" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz and Answer Key
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"The Dog and the Sparrow" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz and Answer Key

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Maximize literary engagement among middle and high school students by assigning a classic fairy tale: “The Dog and the Sparrow” by the Brothers Grimm. English Language Arts teachers may use this complementary, multiple choice quiz to evaluate general reading comprehension. An answer key and copy of the public domain short story are provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The condition of the sheep-dog The nature of the relationship between the sheep-dog and the sparrow The cause of the sheep-dog’s death The sparrows numerous acts of retaliation The scope of the sparrow’s request for assistance The carter’s cruelty The fates of the sparrow and the carter
"The Bremen Town Musicians" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz
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"The Bremen Town Musicians" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz

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Save time, support improved reading stamina, and measure general reading comprehension with this printable quiz on “The Bremen Town Musicians,” a short story by the Brothers Grimm. 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 fairy tale are provided. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot: The reason the donkey leaves the mill The reason a master wants to kill a hound The means by which a mistress wants to kill her cat The donkey and rooster’s roles in their band The rooster’s observations The occupants of a house The methods by which the animals drive away the robbers The reason the cat scratches at a human’s face The assailed human’s irrational thinking The length of time the animals live in the house
"The Mouse, the Bird, and the Sausage" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz
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"The Mouse, the Bird, and the Sausage" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz

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Save time, support improved reading stamina, and measure general reading comprehension with this printable quiz on “The Mouse, the Bird, and the Sausage,” a short story by the Brothers Grimm. 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 fairy tale are provided. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot: The nature of the characters’ living arrangements The main responsibilities of the mouse, the bird, and the sausage, respectively The narrative’s inciting incident The bird’s changing self-image The general reaction to the bird’s suggestion of new living arrangements The process by which major decisions are made The cause of death for the mouse, the bird, and the sausage, respectively
"Astronomer's Wife" by Kay Boyle Quiz
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"Astronomer's Wife" by Kay Boyle Quiz

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Save time and measure general reading comprehension with this printable quiz on “Astronomer’s Wife,” a short story by Kay Boyle. 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 is provided. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot: Point of view The general behavior of Mrs. Ames in the exposition Mrs. Ames’ evaluation of her marriage Mr. Ames’ general attitude toward his wife Mr. Ames’ personal and professional interests The nature of the interaction between Mrs. Ames and a plumber The aspects of the plumber to which Mrs. Ames pays much attention The nature of the plumber’s dialogue
"Gwilan's Harp" by Ursula K. Le Guin Quizzes
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"Gwilan's Harp" by Ursula K. Le Guin Quizzes

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Save time, support improved reading stamina, and measure general reading comprehension with this set of printable quizzes on “Gwilan’s Harp,” a short story by Ursula K. Le Guin. Delivered in Word Document and PDF formats, these assessments make it easier to quickly and efficiently gather data on student recall and reading habits. Multiple choice and short answer versions are included, as well as answer keys. By engaging with these materials, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot: The acquisition of the harp and Gwilan’s talent for playing it The harp’s personal significance to Gwilan Tom and Gwilan’s travels Damage to the harp What made it possible for Gwilan to play the harp again Gwilan’s physical condition and the consequences A new instrument to be utilized The reason for Gwilan’s decision to use this instrument
"Donkey Cabbages" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz and Answer Key
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"Donkey Cabbages" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz and Answer Key

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Maximize literary engagement among middle and high school students by assigning a classic fairy tale: “Donkey Cabbages” by the Brothers Grimm. English Language Arts teachers may use this complementary, multiple choice quiz to evaluate general reading comprehension. An answer key and copy of the public domain short story are provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The protagonist’s hobby An old crone’s instructions The reward of following the old crone’s directions A major life change The young witch’s motivations The location where the protagonist is abandoned The dangerous inhabitants of the aforementioned location The purpose of the spell cast upon the protagonist The means by which the protagonist enters a cabbage patch The magical properties of the cabbages The protagonist’s disguise The fate of the old witch The protagonist’s change of heart The resolution
"Twelve Dancing Princesses" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz
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"Twelve Dancing Princesses" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz

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Save time, support improved reading stamina, and measure general reading comprehension with this printable quiz on “The Twelve Dancing Princesses,” a short story by the Brothers Grimm. 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 fairy tale are provided. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot: The clue indicating the princesses leave home every night The length of time a man has to satisfy the king’s request A reward for success A consequence for failure The method by which the princesses set men up for failure How an old soldier learns the secret of the princesses An item that helps the old soldier follow the princesses The mentality of the youngest princess Signs that alert the youngest princess that she is being followed The festive parties attended by the princesses An item that helps the old soldier prove his success
"Barbie-Q" by Sandra Cisneros Quiz
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"Barbie-Q" by Sandra Cisneros Quiz

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Save time, support improved reading stamina, and measure general reading comprehension with this printable quiz on “Barbie-Q,” a short story by Sandra Cisneros. 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 is provided. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot: Point of view The nature of the interactions between the narrator and her friend The general characterization of the narrator The reason for the dolls’ flaws How the girls unexpectedly came into possession of extra toys The means by which the girls typically acquired clothes for their dolls The socioeconomic status of the girls’ families The girls’ feelings toward the flawed toys The narrator’s implications to conclude the narrative
"A Hunger Artist" by Franz Kafka Quiz
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"A Hunger Artist" by Franz Kafka Quiz

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Save time and measure general reading comprehension with this printable quiz on “A Hunger Artist,” a short story by Franz Kafka. 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 is provided. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot: Point of view The length of time the artist is known to fast The location of the artist’s performances The task of the local butchers The artist’s self-criticism The artist’s feelings toward the public The waning popularity of the artist’s work The most important quality of the artist’s work from his perspective A humiliating turn of events for the artist The reason the artist finds it easy to fast The artist’s replacement following his death
"Blues Ain't No Mockin Bird" by Toni Cade Bambara Quiz and Answer Key
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"Blues Ain't No Mockin Bird" by Toni Cade Bambara Quiz and Answer Key

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For many high school readers, realistic, historical, and young adult fiction are genres that maximize relatability and engagement with literature. “Blues Ain’t No Mockin Bird” by Toni Cade Bambara is a short story focusing on a Black family whose ways of life are being infringed upon by opportunistic, politically motivated filmmakers. English Language Arts teachers may administer this editable assessment to promote homework accountability and evaluate students’ reading comprehension. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By completing this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Point of view Setting Characterization in the exposition Cathy’s relation to the narrator The upcoming holiday The content of two filmmakers’ work Granny’s perception of her husband Granddaddy’s manner of approaching the filmmakers The outcome of Granddaddy’s interaction with the filmmakers
"Lamb to the Slaughter" by Roald Dahl Quiz and Answer Key
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"Lamb to the Slaughter" by Roald Dahl Quiz and Answer Key

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Crime fiction appeals to many high school readers and maximizes engagement with literature. “Lamb to the Slaughter” by Roald Dahl is a darkly comedic short story belonging to a subgenre called revenge fantasy, as it details a husband’s murder at the hands of his wife (and the frozen leg of a lamb). This plot-based quiz covering the short story helps English teachers promote homework accountability and evaluate general reading comprehension—while eliminating take-home assessment planning responsibilities. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in a zip file containing editable Word Documents and printable PDFs. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot: Point of view Description of setting Mary Malone’s general characterization in the exposition Patrick Malone’s profession A typical Thursday night for the couple A surprising turn of events A deadly weapon Mary’s behavior immediately following Patrick’s death Noonan’s general disposition toward Mary A theory regarding a deadly weapon Mary’s reaction to eavesdropping on the detectives
“Beyond the Wall of Sleep” by H.P. Lovecraft Quiz and Answer Key
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“Beyond the Wall of Sleep” by H.P. Lovecraft Quiz and Answer Key

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For many high school readers, supernatural fiction and fantasy are genres that maximize engagement with literature. “Beyond the Wall of Sleep” by H.P. Lovecraft is a compelling short story that features elements consistent with both genres: dreamy aberrations, astral projection, the possession of a human body, and more. This multiple choice quiz on “Beyond the Wall of Sleep” helps English teachers promote homework accountability, evaluate reading comprehension, and save time at home without sacrificing quality in the classroom. An answer key and copy of the public domain narrative are included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The narrator’s career The narrator’s beliefs concerning dreams Setting The general characterization of Joe Slater The effects of Joe Slater’s dreams How aging affects Joe Slater’s dreams The fate of Joe Slater’s neighbor The narrator’s personal feelings toward Joe Slater A technological achievement What the narrator shares in common with Joe Slater The narrator’s primary motivation Dr. Fenton’s evaluation of the narrator’s psychological state
"Dr. Heidegger's Experiment" by Nathaniel Hawthorne Quiz and Answer Key
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"Dr. Heidegger's Experiment" by Nathaniel Hawthorne Quiz and Answer Key

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Eliminate take-home assessment planning responsibilities, evaluate general reading comprehension, and promote homework accountability with this multiple choice quiz covering “Dr. Heidegger’s Experiment” by Nathaniel Hawthorne. An answer key and copy of the public domain short story are included. Materials are delivered in a zip file containing editable Word Documents and printable PDFs. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The subject of a portrait The personal histories of the doctor’s guests The reason for the acquaintances’ visit Dr. Heidegger’s claims and his guests’ immediate reactions The object the doctor uses to prove a point The doctor’s general characterization The effects of the doctor’s experiment The resolution
"Souvenir" by Jayne Anne Phillips Quiz
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"Souvenir" by Jayne Anne Phillips Quiz

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Save time, support improved reading stamina, and measure general reading comprehension with this printable quiz on “Souvenir,” a short story by Jayne Anne Phillips. 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 is provided. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot: Point of view An upcoming holiday Kate’s personal history Kate’s oversight Mom’s medical conditions Robert’s personal history Robert’s suggestion regarding the sharing of medical information Kate’s opinion of Robert’s suggestion Mom’s sentimental collection of items Where Kate takes her mother Mom’s confession to Kate
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Never Cry Wolf by Farley Mowat Quiz Bundle
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Never Cry Wolf by Farley Mowat Quiz Bundle

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Measure general reading comprehension and promote student accountability with this set of quizzes on Never Cry Wolf by Farley Mowat. Three multiple choice assessments are included (with three alternate short answer versions also available). Answer keys for each resource are provided. Questions pertain to the following: An incident that helped lead Mowat to become a biologist The purpose behind Mowat’s study A long trip to “the middle of nowhere” Mowat’s supplies Mike’s background The first encounter with a wolf Alarming discoveries A move to facilitate wolf observations “Marking territory” “Wolf naps” Uncle Albert A fear for the wolves’ survival A staple of the wolves’ diet George’s painful experience The purpose of a scientific experiment The main point of Ootek’s story How wolves catch fish The death of large quantities of caribou Ootek’s unique skill The wolves’ behavior An experiment involving Mike’s husky Angeline’s surprising ability Angeline’s family Census of the wolf population Population control The Churchill incident Why Inuit women thought Mowat was crazy The purpose behind the wolves’ test of the caribou A repulsive discovery concerning the caribou Growth of the pups A study involving a gas mask A mass death The final professional obligation
"The War Against the Trees" by Stanley Kunitz Quiz
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"The War Against the Trees" by Stanley Kunitz Quiz

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Stanley Kunitz’s environmental poem “The War Against the Trees” creatively explores the issue of prioritizing corporate interests and commercial progress over Nature and is a suitable option to incorporate into the high school ELA classroom. This printable assessment measures general reading comprehension and holds students accountable for their academic responsibilities. Resources are delivered in Word document and PDF formats. An answer key is included. By engaging with this resource, students will perform the following tasks: Read for literal and interpretive comprehension Apply knowledge of setting, characterization, and conflict Be better prepared to engage in collaborative discussions about poetry Develop improved reading stamina
“The Last Leaf” by O. Henry Quiz and Answer Key
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“The Last Leaf” by O. Henry Quiz and Answer Key

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Promote active engagement with ironic fiction, reinforce understanding of situational irony, and evaluate general reading comprehension with this multiple choice quiz on the short story “The Last Leaf” by O. Henry. An answer key is included. All materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot: The setting and its appeal (and lack of appeal) to specific communities The backstory of the narrative’s protagonists Johnsy’s medical circumstances The doctor’s assessment of Johnsy’s condition and survival chances Character motivations Johnsy’s psychological state The general characterization of Mr. Behrman An ironic turn of events A sacrifice in the resolution
"The Last Leaf" by O. Henry Close Reading Worksheet
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"The Last Leaf" by O. Henry Close Reading Worksheet

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Help high school students extend beyond general reading comprehension and support the development of close reading analysis skills with this set of rigorous, text-dependent questions on the ironic short story “The Last Leaf” by O. Henry. An answer key and copy of the public domain narrative are included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By completing this activity, students will: Identify what the text states both explicitly and implicitly Analyze how complex characters interact and develop Apply knowledge of literary devices including allusion, metaphor, personification, dramatic irony, and situational irony Compare and contrast characters Analyze the author’s diction to understand its intended effect Analyze the author’s stylistic choices such as the decision to capitalize “Art” and “Literature” Cite textual evidence in support of claims Write with clarity, accuracy, and precision
"Harrison Bergeron" by Kurt Vonnegut Quiz and Answer Key
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"Harrison Bergeron" by Kurt Vonnegut Quiz and Answer Key

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For many reluctant readers, science fiction helps to maximize student engagement. “Harrison Bergeron” by Kurt Vonnegut is a satirical, cautionary short story about governmental efforts to enforce equality on all citizens. This plot-based quiz covering the short story helps English teachers promote homework accountability and evaluate general reading comprehension—while eliminating take-home assessment planning responsibilities. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in a zip file containing editable Word Documents and printable PDFs. By completing this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Harrison’s physical characteristics Setting The reason for Harrison’s arrest The purpose of the law regarding mandated handicaps Hazel’s general characterization George’s specific handicap Breaking news Harrison’s defiant behavior Hazel’s reaction to her son’s death
“The Cop and the Anthem” by O. Henry Quiz and Answer Key
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“The Cop and the Anthem” by O. Henry Quiz and Answer Key

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Promote active engagement with humorous fiction, reinforce understanding of situational irony, and evaluate general reading comprehension with this multiple choice quiz on the short story “The Cop and the Anthem” by O. Henry. An answer key is included. All materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot: Setting The protagonist’s living circumstances The onset of a particular season The function of newspapers in the context of the protagonist’s life The protagonist’s motivations The protagonist’s attempts to achieve his goals The prevalence of situational irony Factors contributing to dynamic character The fate of the protagonist as the story resolves