"A Rose for Emily" by William Faulkner Quiz and Answer Key

"A Rose for Emily" Quiz, Close Reading Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games Bundle

Evaluate general reading comprehension, facilitate vocabulary development, and sharpen critical thinking and literary craft analysis skills with this bundle of materials for teaching the short story "A Rose for Emily" by William Faulkner. A plot-based quiz, a close reading worksheet, a vocabulary application activity, a crossword puzzle, a word search game, the public domain narrative, and answer keys are provided. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By engaging with these materials, students will: * Read for literal comprehension * Consult reference materials to learn and verify word meanings * Discern the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences * Infer the intended effects of the author's stylistic choices and narrative techniques * Reflect on the significance of the narrative's title * Describe tone in context * Explore how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop * Compare and contrast two characters * Apply knowledge of literary devices including foreshadowing, personification, metaphor, symbolism, and more * Consider themes in context * Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence * Write about fiction with clarity, accuracy, and precision * Come to class better prepared to discuss literature