Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering Hans Christian Andersen’s short story “The Buckwheat,” a cautionary tale about the consequences of excessive pride. The assessment may double as a guided reading worksheet to help students ascertain crucial details about characters and conflicts. An answer key and copy of the narrative are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following:
- The narrator’s stated purpose for the narrative
- The description of a willow tree
- The personality trait associated with the buckwheat
- The buckwheat’s treatment of the willow tree
- How the buckwheat exhibits defiance
- The antagonist of the narrative
- The willow tree’s reaction to the buckwheat’s fate
- The sparrow’s compassionate nature
Get this resource as part of a bundle and save up to 35%
A bundle is a package of resources grouped together to teach a particular topic, or a series of lessons, in one place.
Bundle
"The Buckwheat" by Hans Christian Andersen Quiz, Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games
Evaluate general reading comprehension, facilitate vocabulary development, and sharpen critical thinking and literary craft analysis skills with this bundle of materials for teaching Hans Christian Andersen's short story "The Buckwheat," a cautionary tale about the consequences of excessive pride. A plot-based quiz, a close reading analysis 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 * Choose the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences * Infer the intended effects of the author's word choices and narrative techniques * Discern the function of a given paragraph * Explore how characters think, behave, interact, and develop * Apply knowledge of literary devices including hyperbole, alliteration, assonance, hubris, personification, dramatic irony, and more * Consider the symbolism of trees and articulate how the old willow tree's characterization is consistent with symbolic interpretations * Articulate a relevant theme and connect it to plot developments * Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision * Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence * Come to class better prepared to discuss works of fiction
$9.50
Bundle
Hans Christian Andersen's Short Stories - Quiz and Close Reading Bundle
For many high school readers, fairy tales and fantasy fiction are genres that maximize engagement with literature. This bundle focuses on five short stories by Hans Christian Andersen: "The Little Mermaid," "The Emperor's New Clothes," and "The Ugly Duckling," "The Red Shoes," and "The Buckwheat." English teachers may use these resources as tools for evaluating general reading comprehension, supporting the development of close reading analysis skills, and promoting homework accountability. Included are the following: multiple choice, plot-based quizzes for each narrative; close reading analysis activities for each narrative; answer keys; and copies of each public domain short story. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats.
$26.00
Something went wrong, please try again later.
This resource hasn't been reviewed yet
To ensure quality for our reviews, only customers who have purchased this resource can review it
Report this resourceto let us know if it violates our terms and conditions.
Our customer service team will review your report and will be in touch.
$3.00