With this plot-based quiz covering the last part of Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf, high school English teachers will be able to evaluate reading comprehension and promote homework accountability. In addition to the answer key, a copy of the last part of Mrs. Dalloway is provided. Materials are delivered in a zip file containing Word Document and PDF versions. By taking this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The role of Mrs. Walker Clarissa’s feelings about her own party The reason Clarissa throws parties The identity of Lady Rosseter Ellie Henderson’s relation to Clarissa Sally’s past interaction with Hugh Whitbread Sally and Clarissa’s more recent personal history Peter’s feelings about attending the party Noteworthy guests Jim Hutton’s general characterization Lady Bruton’s evaluation of Richard’s marriage and its effect on Richard The reason Clarissa gets upset at the Bradshaws Clarissa’s feelings toward Septimus Sally’s analysis of Clarissa’s feelings for Peter Peter’s beliefs

With this plot-based quiz covering the seventh part of Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf, high school English teachers will be able to evaluate reading comprehension and promote homework accountability. In addition to the answer key, a copy of the seventh part of Mrs. Dalloway is provided. Materials are delivered in a zip file containing Word Document and PDF versions. By taking this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Lady Bruton’s request of Hugh and Richard Lady Bruton’s solution to the problems of the British Empire Lady Bruton’s self-reflections Richard’s assessment of Hugh Observations that upset Richard Richard’s gift for Clarissa The reason Clarissa feels external pressure The company Elizabeth keeps Clarissa’s concerns about how she is perceived

With this plot-based quiz covering the fifth part of Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf, high school English teachers will be able to evaluate reading comprehension and promote homework accountability. In addition to the answer key, a copy of the fifth part of Mrs. Dalloway is provided. Materials are delivered in a zip file containing Word Document and PDF versions. By taking this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Dr. Holmes’ evaluation of Septimus’ condition Sir William Bradshaw Lucrezia’s emotional state Septimus’ feelings as they relate to his marriage The role of Evans in Septimus’ life Septimus’ delusions Peter’s evidence in support of the claim that England has changed Sylvia’s relation to Clarissa The cause of Sylvia’s death The identity of the person Peter blames for Sylvia’s death An incident that shaped Peter’s opinion of Richard The reason Peter is surprised by Sally

With this plot-based quiz covering the eighth part of Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf, high school English teachers will be able to evaluate reading comprehension and promote homework accountability. In addition to the answer key, a copy of the eighth part of Mrs. Dalloway is provided. Materials are delivered in a zip file containing Word Document and PDF versions. By taking this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Doris Kilman’s general disposition The reason Doris lost her job Clarissa’s evaluation of Elizabeth and Doris’ friendship Elizabeth and Doris’ shopping trip Doris’ self-image Doris’ judgment of Clarissa Doris’ advice for Elizabeth How Doris’s emotional state is calmed Mr. Fletcher’s behavior Elizabeth’s interests Clarissa’s judgment of Elizabeth

With this plot-based quiz covering the ninth part of Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf, high school English teachers will be able to evaluate reading comprehension and promote homework accountability. In addition to the answer key, a copy of the ninth part of Mrs. Dalloway is provided. Materials are delivered in a zip file containing Word Document and PDF versions. By taking this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Lucrezia and Septimus’ personal history How Septimus helps his wife Septimus’ “visitor” Why Lucrezia is happy How Dr. Holmes is greeted by Lucrezia The doctors’ advice for Septimus The manner of Septimus’ death Peter’s letter Peter’s vision of his future Peter’s dinner A story in the newspaper Peter’s feelings about Clarissa’s party

Measure and extend reading comprehension of the final third of Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel The Handmaid’s Tale (chapters 31-46). Included are two assessments for differentiation purposes, one subjective and one objective. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in a zip file containing Word Document and PDF versions. Questions pertain to the following important details: A network of believers, disenchanted with society Serena’s suggestion to the narrator Revelations about the baby Jezabelle’s The return of Moira The function of women in the colonies Nick’s garage home The savage act of Salvaging Particicution A character’s suicide Offred and the resolution

Measure and extend reading comprehension of the first third of Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel The Handmaid’s Tale. Included are two assessments for differentiation purposes, one subjective and one objective. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered as Word Documents and PDFs. Questions pertain to the following important details: The emptiness and loneliness of her room Serena Joy’s previous life The Japanese tourists’ interest in handmaids’ lives The Wall The teachings of Aunt Lydia The doctor’s offer Offred’s previous life Moira’s escape attempt and its consequences The loss of the narrator’s daughter The Ceremony The news Nick shares with Offred

Measure general comprehension and hold students accountable for reading Farley Mowat’s nonfiction book Never Cry Wolf with this set of printable assessments on chapters 1 through 8. In addition to a multiple choice quiz, a constructed response version is provided, which may double as a guided reading worksheet to encourage active engagement with the text. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in a zip file containing both Word Document and PDF versions. Questions pertain to the following details. 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”

Measure general comprehension and hold students accountable for reading Farley Mowat’s nonfiction book Never Cry Wolf with this set of printable assessments on chapters 9 through 16. In addition to a multiple choice quiz, a short answer version is provided, which may double as a guided reading worksheet to encourage active engagement with the text. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in a zip file containing both Word Document and PDF versions. Questions pertain to the following details. “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

Save time and measure general reading comprehension with this set of printable quizzes on O. Henry’s short story titled “The Gift of the Magi.” A multiple choice option and alternate short answer version are included, along with answer keys and a copy of the public domain narrative. All materials are delivered in a zip file as Word Documents and PDFs. Questions pertain to the following important details/concepts: The protagonist’s financial struggles The narrator’s commentary on the nature of life Jim’s income reduction Della’s intentions with the money she has The characters’ most prized possessions Madame Sofronie’s role in the story Della’s emotional state as she shops Della’s purchase for Jim Della’s habit Jim’s reaction to receiving Della’s gift Jim’s purchase for Della Parallels between the characters and the magi Situational irony (irony of result) the magi Situational irony (irony of result)

For many middle and high school readers, realistic and young adult fiction are genres that maximize relatability and engagement with literature. “Thank You, Ma’am” by Langston Hughes is a short story involving socioeconomic struggles, social pressures, the importance of second chances, and the power of empathy and forgiveness. This multiple choice quiz covering “Thank You, Ma’am” helps English teachers promote homework accountability, evaluate reading comprehension, and save time at home without sacrificing quality in the classroom. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: An attempt to steal something The intended victim’s reaction “Turned loose” The washing of a character’s face Roger’s question Mrs. Jones’s kind offer A reason for the act Roger’s desire for Mrs. Jones to trust him The resolution

With this multiple choice, plot-based quiz covering the second chapter of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, high school English teachers will be able to evaluate reading comprehension and promote homework accountability. A short answer version is also provided, along with answer keys. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: 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

With this multiple choice, plot-based quiz covering the sixth chapter of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, high school English teachers will be able to evaluate reading comprehension and promote homework accountability. A short answer version is also provided, along with answer keys. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: 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

With this multiple choice, plot-based quiz covering the seventh chapter of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, high school English teachers will be able to evaluate reading comprehension and promote homework accountability. A short answer version is also provided, along with answer keys. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: 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

With this multiple choice, plot-based quiz covering the third chapter of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, high school English teachers will be able to evaluate reading comprehension and promote homework accountability. A short answer version is also provided, along with answer keys. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: 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

With this multiple choice, plot-based quiz covering the fifth chapter of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, high school English teachers will be able to evaluate reading comprehension and promote homework accountability. A short answer version is also provided, along with answer keys. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: 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

With this multiple choice, plot-based quiz covering the ninth chapter of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, high school English teachers will be able to evaluate reading comprehension and promote homework accountability. A short answer version is also provided, along with answer keys. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By taking this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: 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

Reduce teacher workload, measure general reading comprehension, and promote homework accountability with this printable quiz on “The Most Dangerous Game” by Richard Connell. An answer key and copy of the public domain short story are included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Questions pertain to the following key ideas: Primary setting Rainsford’s hobby An inciting incident The characterization of the antagonist The protagonist’s initial impression of the antagonist The antagonist’s means of gathering his game The start of the hunt The antagonist’s motivations Rainsford’s successes The climax The resolution

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

For many high school readers, realistic fiction maximizes interest in and engagement with literature. “Everyday Use” by Alice Walker is a quality example of the genre. In this short story, complicated family dynamics and a clash of cultures are addressed. This multiple choice quiz evaluates general reading comprehension and holds students accountable for completing assigned homework. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By completing this assessment, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Setting A traumatic incident in the family’s past The reason Dee does not live with her mother and sister Maggie’s engagement Maggie’s emotional response to the return of her sister The reasons for Maggie’s self-consciousness Mama’s daydreaming A significant change in Dee’s life The nickname for Dee’s boyfriend Items in which Dee takes apparent interest The reason Mama will not permit Dee to take the items Dee’s parting words for her sister Mama and Maggie’s actions at the end of the story