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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.
"Slave on the Block" Close Reading Worksheet
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"Slave on the Block" Close Reading Worksheet

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Support the development of high school close reading skills with this assessment on the short story “Slave on the Block” by Langston Hughes. A variety of question types facilitates the process of analyzing character interactions, articulating the significance of objects and events, citing relevant and compelling textual evidence to support claims, and more. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. This resource may serve as the basis for small-group discussions. Through these discussions, students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development, demonstrating an ability to analyze how complex characters transform and advance the plot and themes by applying logic and citing compelling, meaningful textual evidence. They will also evaluate their peers’ reasoning and use of rhetoric to advance claims, clarifying or challenging unclear ideas. Using this resource for structured guidance, students, ultimately, will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking. By engaging in this exercise, students will… Articulate what is stated in the text explicitly and implicitly Identify point of view and setting Analyze how complex characters think, interact, and behave Cite textual evidence in support of claims Write with clarity and precision Articulate the significance of Luther’s posing Draw parallels between the character of Luther and the roses he carries Explore character motivations and intentions Examine cause-and-effect relationships Discern meaning in unfamiliar words and phrases Apply knowledge of literary devices including symbolism and situational irony Articulate how the story’s title relates to the Carraways’ treatment of Luther
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Quiz Bundle with Answer Keys
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Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Quiz Bundle with Answer Keys

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Quickly and efficiently measure general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this digital quiz bundle for Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. Each assessment is delivered as a Word Document. Answer keys are provided. By completing these quizzes, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Victor’s childhood upbringing The adoption of Elizabeth The reason Victor’s parents give up their wandering ways Henry Clerval’s role in Victor’s life Victor’s interest in science Caroline’s dying wish Victor’s pursuit of an education The nature of Krempe’s interaction with Victor Waldman’s role in Victor’s life Victor’s investigation of death and decomposition The unintended consequences of Victor’s ambitiousness The moment Victor is overcome by dread Victor’s decision not to tell Henry about his work Victor’s stated belief that ambitiousness should be regulated Behaviors that reflect Victor’s mental breakdown Henry’s role as a caretaker Elizabeth’s assessment of the Frankenstein family Justine’s relationship with the Frankenstein family Justine’s personal background The intent of the letter Victor’s father writes Victor’s sighting of the creature scaling the mountains The framing of Justine The Frankenstein family’s opinion of Justine Circumstantial evidence that jeopardizes Justine The interaction between Justine and a priest Victor’s reason for remaining silent Victor’s terrible guilt after the verdict is reached The effect of the trial on Elizabeth’s world outlook The effect of Nature on Victor Victor’s reaction to the creature’s appearance The creature’s expectations of Victor The creature’s request for compassion Victor’s dynamic character The villagers’ treatment of the creature The creature’s selflessness toward the rustic family The creature’s observations about the rustic family The creature’s commitment to stop stealing food The creature’s first experiencing seeing himself The effect of the rustic family’s kindness on the creature The creature’s vocabulary development The effects of education on the creature Felix’s background Setting Accusations against Safie’s father Factors contributing to the severity of a legal judgment Safie’s desire for independence The creature’s discovery in the woods The creature’s decision to approach the De Laceys Biblical allusions The creature’s reaction to rejection The De Lacey family’s reaction to the creature’s presence The creature’s expression of anger toward the De Lacey family How the creature’s genuine goodness manifests The effect of Nature on the creature The creature’s request of Victor The conditions by which Victor will agree to the creature’s request The creature’s method of compelling Victor to agree to his request Victor’s psychological state after the agreement is reached Victor’s father’s recommendation to raise his son’s spirits Henry’s effect on Victor The reason for delays in Victor’s work Victor’s perception of Henry The purpose of a letter received by Henry and Victor Victor’s “blasted tree” metaphor Victor’s decision to work in isolation Victor’s concern for the global consequences of his actions Victor’s betrayal of the creature Victor’s effort to dispose of his materials Accusations leveled against victor Henry’s cause of death Kirwin’s gradually increasing compassion toward Victor Variables that contribute toward Victor’s release from prison Setting Victor’s struggles with socialization The content of Elizabeth’s letter Victor’s paranoia The cause of Alphonse’s death Victor’s solitary confinement Victor’s reaction to the discovery of Elizabeth’s corpse Victor’s decision to disclose information to law enforcement Victor’s desire to retaliate The effect of Victor’s dreams on his psychological state Victor’s death The creature’s remorse
“Desiree’s Baby” by Kate Chopin Close Reading Analysis Worksheet
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“Desiree’s Baby” by Kate Chopin Close Reading Analysis Worksheet

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“Desiree’s Baby” by Kate Chopin is an example of historical fiction that, when integrated into the English Language Arts classroom, complements American History curricula, as the plot precedes the Civil War and addresses the issue of how race and ethnicity affect one’s life experiences in the South. With this worksheet composed of challenging, text-dependent questions, teachers will help students extend beyond general reading comprehension, exercise close reading analysis skills, and save valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor 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 close reading activity, students will do the following: Articulate what is stated in the text explicitly and implicitly Analyze how complex characters think, interact, and behave Explore character motivations and intentions Apply knowledge of literary devices including irony and foreshadowing Analyze the author’s craft, determining how figurative language contributes to storytelling and character development Articulate point of view Make logical inferences about the psychological states of characters Cite textual evidence in support of claims Write ideas with clarity, accuracy, and precision
"Bliss" by Katherine Mansfield Close Reading Worksheet
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"Bliss" by Katherine Mansfield Close Reading Worksheet

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Support the development of high school and college close reading skills with this assessment on the modernist short story “Bliss” by Katherine Mansfield. A variety of question types facilitates the process of analyzing character motivations, applying knowledge of literary devices, citing relevant and compelling textual evidence to support claims, and more. The resource is delivered in both Word Doc and PDF formats. An answer key and copy of the public domain text are included. This resource may serve as the basis for small-group discussions. Through these discussions, students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development, demonstrating an ability to analyze how complex characters transform and advance the plot and themes by applying logic and citing compelling, meaningful textual evidence. They will also evaluate their peers’ reasoning and use of rhetoric to advance claims, clarifying or challenging unclear ideas. Using this resource for structured guidance, students, ultimately, will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking. By engaging in this exercise, students will… Articulate what is stated in the text explicitly and implicitly Analyze how complex characters think, interact, and behave Analyze the dynamic transformation of character(s) Explore character motivations and intentions Apply knowledge of literary devices including situational irony, foreshadowing, repetition, and assonance Define complex words or phrases in context Analyze nuances in word meanings Analyze the author’s craft to discern what is revealed about a character’s psychological state Analyze the author’s craft to articulate why she may have chosen the last name of Young for the protagonist Analyze why the author may have chosen to title this piece “Bliss” Cite textual evidence in support of inferences and claims Write with clarity and precision
"After Twenty Years" by O. Henry Close Reading Worksheet
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"After Twenty Years" 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 short story “After Twenty Years” 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: Articulate what is stated in the text explicitly and implicitly Articulate the significance of a given detail Discern the tone of a given excerpt Discern the function of a given paragraph Apply knowledge of foreshadowing Explore character motivations Demonstrate knowledge of characterization Analyze the effect point of view has on the reader Cite textual evidence in support of inferences and claims Write with clarity and precision
Grammar Worksheet on Gerunds, Participles, and Infinitives
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Grammar Worksheet on Gerunds, Participles, and Infinitives

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Reinforce the standard conventions of academic writing and perform a quick check of students’ knowledge with this grammar worksheet on the three types of verbals: gerunds, participles, and infinitives. Delivered in printable Word Document format, as well as in PDF format, this resource conveniently offers the option to edit. An answer key is provided.
Grammar Worksheet on Transitive and Intransitive Verbs
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Grammar Worksheet on Transitive and Intransitive Verbs

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Reinforce the standard conventions of academic writing and perform a quick check of students’ knowledge with this grammar worksheet on distinguishing transitive verbs from intransitive verbs. Delivered in printable Word Document format, as well as in PDF format, this resource conveniently offers the option to edit. An answer key is provided.
Grammar Practice Worksheet on Main Verbs and Helping Verbs
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Grammar Practice Worksheet on Main Verbs and Helping Verbs

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Reinforce the standard conventions of academic writing and perform a quick check of students’ knowledge with this grammar worksheet on mains verbs and helping verbs. Students will practice identifying main and helping verbs while navigating the fact that they may be separated by words that are not verbs. Two versions of this activity are provided, including a multiple choice option to expedite the grading process. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats.
Grammar Worksheet on Apostrophe Usage
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Grammar Worksheet on Apostrophe Usage

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Reinforce the standard conventions of academic writing and perform a quick check of students’ knowledge with this grammar worksheet on apostrophe usage. Two versions of this activity are provided, including a multiple choice option to expedite take-home grading. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By completing this activity, students will demonstrate an ability to: Indicate possession with a singular or plural common noun Indicate possession with a singular or plural proper noun Indicate possession with regular and irregular nouns Indicate possession with singular and plural compound nouns Indicate possession with a last name ending with s Indicate possession with phrases including two names Indicate the omission of letters and form contractions Punctuate possessive adjectives Refrain from inserting apostrophes into personal pronouns And more
Grammar Practice Worksheet on Precise Language with Synonyms
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Grammar Practice Worksheet on Precise Language with Synonyms

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Reinforce the standard conventions of academic writing and perform a quick check of knowledge with this grammar worksheet designed to help students understand how context influences word choices. Delivered in printable Word Document format, as well as in PDF format, this resource conveniently offers the option to edit. An answer key is provided.
Grammar Worksheet on Indefinite Pronouns
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Grammar Worksheet on Indefinite Pronouns

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This formative grammar packet reviews the basics of singular and plural indefinite pronouns and matching them with appropriate verb forms in context. This resource is recommended for middle and high school students enrolled in composition classes emphasizing rudimentary writing skills. An answer key is included.
Grammar Worksheet on Comparative and Superlative Adjectives
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Grammar Worksheet on Comparative and Superlative Adjectives

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This formative grammar worksheet reviews the basics of common and irregular adjectives that compare. Featuring 50 opportunities to apply knowledge of comparative and superlative adjectives, this resource is recommended for middle and high school students enrolled in composition classes emphasizing rudimentary writing skills. An answer key is included.
Grammar Worksheet on Comparative and Superlative Adverbs
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Grammar Worksheet on Comparative and Superlative Adverbs

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This formative grammar worksheet reviews the basics of common and irregular adverbs that compare. Featuring 45 opportunities to apply knowledge of comparative and superlative adverbs, this resource is recommended for middle and high school students enrolled in composition classes emphasizing rudimentary writing skills. An answer key is included.
High School Grammar Practice Worksheet on Subjects and Predicates
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High School Grammar Practice Worksheet on Subjects and Predicates

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Reinforce the standard conventions of academic writing and perform a quick check of students’ knowledge with this grammar worksheet on simple and compound subjects and predicates. Delivered in printable Word Document format, as well as in PDF format, this resource conveniently offers the option to edit. An answer key is provided.
“The Black Cat” by Edgar Allan Poe Craft Analysis Worksheet
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“The Black Cat” by Edgar Allan Poe Craft Analysis Worksheet

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Help high school students develop a greater understanding of how Edgar Allan Poe used descriptive language, characterization, setting, connotation, and various literary devices in “The Black Cat” to establish an eerie mood that is consistent with the horror and supernatural fiction genres. Delivered in Word Document and PDF formats, this resource serves well for an independent learning opportunity, as well as for small-group discussions. Through such discussions, students may evaluate peers’ reasoning and use of rhetoric to support claims, clarifying or challenging ideas as needed. An answer key and copy of the public domain short story are included.
"The Juniper Tree" by the Brothers Grimm Craft Analysis Activity
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"The Juniper Tree" by the Brothers Grimm Craft Analysis Activity

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Help high school students develop a greater understanding of how the Brothers Grimm used descriptive language, characterization, setting, connotation, and various literary devices in “The Juniper Tree” to establish an eerie mood that is consistent with the horror and supernatural fiction genres. Delivered in Word Document and PDF formats, this resource serves well for an independent learning opportunity, as well as for small-group discussions. Through such discussions, students may evaluate peers’ reasoning and use of rhetoric to support claims, clarifying or challenging ideas as needed. An answer key and copy of the public domain short story are included.
“Cinderella” by the Brothers Grimm Craft Analysis Worksheet
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“Cinderella” by the Brothers Grimm Craft Analysis Worksheet

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Help high school students develop a greater understanding of how the Brothers Grimm used descriptive language, characterization, exaggeration, and various literary devices to establish a mood in “Cinderella” that is consistent with the conventions of fairy tale writing. Delivered in Word Document and PDF formats, this resource serves well for an independent learning opportunity, as well as for small-group discussions. Through such discussions, students may evaluate peers’ reasoning and use of rhetoric to support claims, clarifying or challenging ideas as needed. An answer key and copy of the public domain short story are included.
“Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” Craft Analysis Worksheet
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“Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” Craft Analysis Worksheet

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Help high school students develop a greater understanding of how the Brothers Grimm used characterization, description, and various literary devices including metaphor and simile to establish a mood in “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” that is consistent with the conventions of fairy tale literature. Delivered in Word Document and PDF formats, this resource serves well for an independent learning opportunity, as well as for small-group discussions. Through such discussions, students may evaluate peers’ reasoning and use of rhetoric to support claims, clarifying or challenging ideas as needed. An answer key and copy of the public domain short story are included.
“Hop Frog” by Edgar Allan Poe Craft Analysis Worksheet
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“Hop Frog” by Edgar Allan Poe Craft Analysis Worksheet

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Help high school students develop a greater understanding of how Edgar Allan Poe used descriptive language, characterization, setting, connotation, and various literary devices in “Hop Frog” to establish an eerie mood that is consistent with the horror and supernatural fiction genres. Delivered in Word Document and PDF formats, this resource serves well for an independent learning opportunity, as well as for small-group discussions. Through such discussions, students may evaluate peers’ reasoning and use of rhetoric to support claims, clarifying or challenging ideas as needed. An answer key and copy of the public domain short story are included.
"The Fog Horn" by Ray Bradbury Craft Analysis Worksheet
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"The Fog Horn" by Ray Bradbury Craft Analysis Worksheet

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Help high school students develop a greater understanding of how Ray Bradbury used descriptive language, characterization, setting, and various literary devices to establish an eerie mood in “The Fog Horn” that is consistent with the supernatural fiction and science fiction genres. Delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats, this resource serves well for an independent learning opportunity, as well as for small-group discussions. Through such discussions, students may evaluate peers’ reasoning and use of rhetoric to support claims, clarifying or challenging ideas as needed. An answer key is included.