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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.
Save time, support improved reading stamina, and measure general reading comprehension with this printable quiz on the fairy tale “Foundling Bird” by the Brothers Grimm, also known as “Fundevogel.” 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:
The cause of a forester’s alarm
A surprising discovery
General characterization details
Old Sanna’s intentions
The nature of the relationship between Lina and Fundevogel
The many transformations of Lina and Fundevogel
The fate of old Sanna*
Support the development of high school close reading skills with this set of analysis questions for Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer. With emphasis on a chapter 17 journal entry dated December 19, this worksheet saves teachers valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs.
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 will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking.
Copyright restrictions do not allow for novel content to be included, so the purchaser is responsible for providing students with the text.
By completing this exercise, students will:
Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly
Analyze how complex characters develop and interact
Explore character motivations
Isolate an example of figurative language
Identify relevant themes
Determine the function of the entire entry
Apply knowledge of literary devices such as symbolism
Evaluate whether Miranda’s assumptions are reasonable and accurate
Justify claims with valid reasoning
Write about literature with clarity and precision
Support the development of close reading skills for high school with this set of analysis questions for The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. With questions covering chapters 1 through 5, this worksheet saves teachers valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs.
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 will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking.
Copyright restrictions do not allow for novel content to be included, so the purchaser is responsible for providing students with the text.
By completing this exercise, students will:
Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly
Analyze how complex characters develop and interact
Explore the significance of a given detail
Discern the function of a particular chapter
Analyze differences and nuances in word meanings
Explore the author’s intent
Articulate the contradictory nature of a given term as it is used in the text
Isolate an illogical statement from a set of logical statements
Explore character motivations
Determine the tone of a given quote
Apply knowledge of literary devices such as anaphora
Explore how language is used as a manipulative tool
Write about literature with clarity and precision
Support the development of close reading skills for high school with this set of analysis questions for The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. Covering chapters 12 through 17, this worksheet saves teachers valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs.
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 will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking.
Copyright restrictions do not allow for novel content to be included, so the purchaser is responsible for providing students with the text.
By completing this exercise, students will:
Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly
Explore character motivations
Analyze how complex characters develop and interact
Discern the function of a particular character in context
Explore cause-and-effect relationships
Analyze differences and nuances in word meanings
Apply knowledge of literary devices such as pun and metaphor
Explore the author’s intent
Analyze a shift in narrative technique in chapter 16
Articulate the intended effect of a figurative expression
Write about literature with clarity and precision
Cite relevant textual evidence in support of claims
Support the development of close reading skills for high school with this set of analysis questions for The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. Covering chapters 18 through 23, this worksheet saves teachers valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs.
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 will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking.
Copyright restrictions do not allow for novel content to be included, so the purchaser is responsible for providing students with the text.
By completing this exercise, students will:
Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly
Explore the author’s use of figurative language
Analyze how complex characters develop and interact
Articulate the irony associated with the relationship between Offred and her mother
Explore character motivations
Discern the function of a particular detail in context
Analyze differences and nuances in word meanings
Analyze how theme is developed and reinforced
Write about literature with clarity and precision
Cite relevant textual evidence in support of claims
Make a defend a claim about whether Offred is a reliable narrator
Support the development of close reading skills for high school with this set of analysis questions for The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. With questions covering chapters 6 through 11, this worksheet saves teachers valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs.
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 will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking.
Copyright restrictions do not allow for novel content to be included, so the purchaser is responsible for providing students with the text.
By completing this exercise, students will:
Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly
Explore character motivations
Analyze how complex characters develop and interact
Explore the significance of a given detail
Determine the most prevalent theme in a given chapter
Discern the function of a particular chapter
Explore cause-and-effect relationships
Analyze differences and nuances in word meanings
Apply knowledge of literary devices such as metaphor
Explore the author’s intent
Articulate the intended effect of a figurative expression
Write about literature with clarity and precision
Support the development of close reading skills for high school with this set of analysis questions for The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. Covering chapters 24 through 27, this worksheet saves teachers valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs.
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 will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking.
Copyright restrictions do not allow for novel content to be included, so the purchaser is responsible for providing students with the text.
By completing this exercise, students will:
Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly
Explain the intended effect of figurative language as it is used in context
Isolate a false statement about plot among a set of true statements
Articulate the flaw in a character’s logic
Analyze how complex characters develop and interact
Explore character motivations
Discern the function of a given chapter
Analyze differences and nuances in word meanings
Apply knowledge of literary devices including metaphor, pun, and dramatic irony
Write about literature with clarity and precision
Cite relevant textual evidence in support of claims
Support the development of close reading skills for high school with this set of analysis questions for The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. Covering chapters 28 through 30, this worksheet saves teachers valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs.
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 will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking.
Copyright restrictions do not allow for novel content to be included, so the purchaser is responsible for providing students with the text.
By completing this exercise, students will:
Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly
Interpret figurative language as it is used in context
Articulate the intended effect of flashback in the context of a given chapter
Isolate a false statement about plot among a set of true statements
Analyze how complex characters develop and interact
Explore character motivations
Discern the tone of a given chapter
Analyze differences and nuances in word meanings
Explore cause-and-effect relationships
Determine the function of a given detail
Apply knowledge of literary devices including allusion
Explore the development of theme (fear and uncertainty make people easier to control)
Write about literature with clarity and precision
Cite relevant textual evidence in support of claims
This bundle covers chapters one through 17 of The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood and goes beyond surface level comprehension with close reading worksheets that challenge students to analyze complex literature and help high school English teachers save valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. A plot-based quiz is also included, along with answer keys for every resource. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats.
With these resources, students will:
Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly
Analyze how complex characters develop and interact
Explore the significance of a given detail
Discern the function of a particular chapter
Analyze differences and nuances in word meanings
Explore the author’s intent
Articulate the contradictory nature of a given term as it is used in the text
Isolate an illogical statement from a set of logical statements
Explore character motivations
Determine the tone of a given quote
Apply knowledge of literary devices such as anaphora, metaphor, pun, situational irony, and more
Explore how language is used as a manipulative tool
Write about literature with clarity and precision
Cite evidence in support of claims
This bundle covers chapters 18 through 30 of The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood and goes beyond surface level comprehension with close reading worksheets that challenge students to analyze complex literature and help high school English teachers save valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. A plot-based, self-grading quiz is also included, along with answer keys for every resource. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats.
With these materials, students will:
Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly
Explore the author’s use of figurative language
Analyze how complex characters develop and interact
Articulate the irony associated with the relationship between Offred and her mother
Explore character motivations
Discern the function of a particular detail in context
Analyze differences and nuances in word meanings
Analyze how theme is developed and reinforced
Write about literature with clarity and precision
Cite relevant textual evidence in support of claims
Make a defend a claim about whether Offred is a reliable narrator
Support the development of close reading skills for high school with this set of analysis questions for The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. Covering chapters 31 through 34, this worksheet saves teachers valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs.
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 will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking.
Copyright restrictions do not allow for novel content to be included, so the purchaser is responsible for providing students with the text.
By completing this exercise, students will:
Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly
Articulate how the government has failed in its mission to divide women in the context of chapter 31
Interpret an idiomatic phrase as it is used in the text
Isolate a false statement about plot among a set of true statements
Analyze how complex characters develop and interact
Compare and contrast characters
Explore character motivations
Apply knowledge of literary devices including metaphor and portmanteau
Analyze differences and nuances in word meanings
Explain an example of paradox in the context in chapter 34
Explore cause-and-effect relationships
Write about literature with clarity and precision
Cite relevant textual evidence in support of claims
This grammar worksheet helps middle and high school students understand the importance of communicating ideas objectivity and logically, as opposed to using emotionally charged, manipulative language. By engaging with this resource, students will practice isolating examples of loaded language (also known as emotive and high-inference language) from more appropriate, accurate alternatives, and vice versa. Featuring 20 opportunities to practice, this editable product is recommended for middle and high school students who are enrolled in composition classes emphasizing rudimentary writing skills. An answer key is included.
This formative grammar worksheet reinforces the basic principles of linking verbs and measures how well students can distinguish them from action verbs. In addition, this resource assesses a learner’s ability to identify predicate words of linking verbs. Featuring 48 opportunities to practice application of knowledge, this printable resource is recommended for middle and high school students who are enrolled in composition classes emphasizing rudimentary writing skills. An answer key is included, as is a brief PowerPoint presentation to facilitate discussion of the topic.
Support the development of close reading skills for high school with this set of analysis questions for The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. Covering chapters 35 through 39, this worksheet saves teachers valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs.
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 will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking.
Copyright restrictions do not allow for novel content to be included, so the purchaser is responsible for providing students with the text.
By completing this exercise, students will:
Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly
Isolate a false statement about plot among a set of true statements
Analyze how complex characters develop and interact
Explore character motivations
Explore the psychological state of a given character
Articulate how several situations are ironic
Apply knowledge of literary devices including metaphor, situational irony, allusion, and euphemism
Infer why Offred chose not to “reconstruct” her memory of her final encounter with Moira
Analyze differences and nuances in word meanings
Write about literature with clarity and precision
Cite relevant textual evidence in support of claims
Support the development of close reading skills for high school with this set of analysis questions for The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. Covering chapters 40 through 46, this worksheet saves teachers valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs.
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 will present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly, concisely, and appropriately, thereby helping their peers comprehend their thinking.
By completing this exercise, students will:
Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly
Analyze how complex characters develop and interact
Explore a character’s psychological state
Isolate a true statement about plot from a series of false statements
Analyze the author’s craft
Explore cause-and-effect relationships
Explain how a character’s personal history influences their present behavior
Discern the tone of a remark in context
Articulate the significance of a given detail
Explore character motivations
Apply knowledge of literary devices including ambiguity and anaphora
Analyze differences and nuances in word meanings
Write about literature with clarity and precision
Cite relevant textual evidence in support of claims
This bundle covers chapters 31 through 46 of The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood and goes beyond surface level comprehension with close reading worksheets that challenge students to analyze complex literature and help high school English teachers save valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. A plot-based, self-grading quiz is also included, along with answer keys for every resource. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats.
Support the development of close reading skills for high school with this bundle of analysis worksheets for The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. Covering the entire novel, these materials save teachers valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. Answer keys are provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats.
The Good Good Pig by Sy Montgomery is a great memoir to feature in a nonfiction unit or an independent book study unit, especially for those who appreciate the importance and influence of an animal on human lives. This resource covers chapters six through nine, promotes homework accountability, and measures general reading comprehension. It may serve as a reading check quiz or as a guided reading handout to create more purposeful reading experiences and facilitate recall. An answer key is provided, and all materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs. Questions pertain to the following:
The ritual of pig spa
Jane and Kate’s habit of saving leftovers for Christopher
A trip to George and Mary’s farm
The characteristics of a pig’s skin and its similarities to human skin
Kelly Felger’s condition and relationship with Christopher
Sy’s research on tiger behaviors
The sharpness of Christopher’s tusks
The characteristics of a pig’s emotional state and it similarities to human emotions
A holiday tradition
Christopher’s increasing fame
Why Sy is more attracted to the concept of Eden than Heaven
The Good Good Pig by Sy Montgomery is a great memoir to feature in a nonfiction unit or an independent book study unit, especially for those who appreciate the importance and influence of an animal on human lives. This resource covers chapters one through five, promotes homework accountability, and measures general reading comprehension. It may serve as a reading check quiz or as a guided reading handout to create more purposeful reading experiences and facilitate recall. An answer key is provided, and all materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs. Questions pertain to the following:
A sow’s reaction to a squealing runt and why
Incidents leading to Sy and Howard’s acquisition of a pig
Contrasting the relationship Sy has with her mom and dad
The setting and why it was an ideal location for Sy to live
Why Sy’s marriage to Howard was met with disdain by Sy’s mom
The origin and meaning of the name Christopher Hogwood
Evidence to support the claim that pigs have exceptional intelligence
Christopher Hogwood as a “creature of his convictions”
The police chief’s method of luring Christopher Hogwood home
Donations to Christopher Hogwood
Evidence to support cultural reverence of pigs
Tess and her physical condition
The Good Good Pig by Sy Montgomery is a great memoir to feature in a nonfiction unit or an independent book study unit, especially for those who appreciate the importance and influence of an animal on human lives. This resource covers chapters 10 through 14, promotes homework accountability, and measures general reading comprehension. It may serve as a reading check quiz or as a guided reading handout to create more purposeful reading experiences and facilitate recall. An answer key is provided, and all materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs. Questions pertain to the following:
How Bobbie and Jarvis help Sy and Howard
The significance of St. Francis of Assisi to Sy and her work
Christopher’s sudden pickiness toward food
Signs of Christopher’s deteriorating physical condition
The cause of Christopher’s health problems
A touching moment between Sy and Christopher
Tess and Christopher’s shared medical issues
A remarkable secret concerning Sy’s father
George’s comment on Christopher’s incredible success
Bobbie’s past and how it made her appreciate Christopher’s life
Christopher as a “big Buddha master”