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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.
"The Interlopers" by Saki Close Reading Inference Worksheet and Answer Key
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"The Interlopers" by Saki Close Reading Inference Worksheet and Answer Key

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Help high school students go beyond general reading comprehension and support the development of critical thinking skills with this rigorous close reading analysis worksheet covering the short story “The Interlopers” by Saki. A detailed answer key and copy of the public domain narrative are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. This resource may facilitate small-group discussions in which students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will improve their ability to present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly and convincingly. By completing this close reading activity, students will: Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly Explore how point of view shapes the readers’ understanding of the story Articulate the intended effects of the author’s diction (“pestilential wind,” “snarled,” etc.) Define words and phrases as they are used in the text Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Examine how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Apply knowledge of various literary devices including metaphor, oxymoron, personification, onomatopoeia, foreshadowing, symbolism, and situational irony Determine the function of a given passage Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision
"The Girl Without Hands" Quiz, Close Reading Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games (Grimm's Fairy Tale)
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"The Girl Without Hands" Quiz, Close Reading Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games (Grimm's Fairy Tale)

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Evaluate general reading comprehension, facilitate vocabulary development, sharpen critical thinking skills, and maximize interest in works of fiction with this bundle of materials for teaching the classic Grimm’s fairy tale “The Girl Without Hands,” also known as “The Maiden Without Hands” and “The Armless Maiden.” Themes addressed include the power of faith and the resilience of the human spirit. A plot-based quiz, a close reading inference worksheet, a vocabulary application activity, a crossword puzzle, a word search game, the short story, 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 as needed Choose the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences Infer the intended effects of the authors’ word choices and narrative techniques Discern tone in context Determine the purpose of a given passage Explore how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Apply knowledge of literary devices including dramatic irony, euphemism, foreshadowing, invective, metaphor, simile, situational irony, 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
"The Interlopers" by Saki Quiz, Close Reading, and Vocabulary Games Bundle
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"The Interlopers" by Saki Quiz, Close Reading, and Vocabulary Games Bundle

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Evaluate general reading comprehension, facilitate vocabulary development, and sharpen critical thinking skills with this bundle of materials for teaching Saki’s short story “The Interlopers,” which features elements consistent with the horror and psychological fiction genres: a moody setting, bloodlust, entrapment, and more. A plot-based quiz, close reading worksheet, craft analysis exercise, vocabulary application activity, crossword puzzle, word search game, and answer keys are provided. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. This resource may facilitate small-group discussions in which students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will improve their ability to present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly and convincingly. By engaging with these materials, students will: Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly Explore how point of view shapes the readers’ understanding of the story Articulate the intended effects of the author’s diction (“pestilential wind,” “snarled,” etc.) Define words and phrases as they are used in the text Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings Choose the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences Examine how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Apply knowledge of various literary devices including metaphor, oxymoron, personification, onomatopoeia, foreshadowing, symbolism, and situational irony Determine the function of a given passage Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision
The Great Gatsby Chapter 2 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games
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The Great Gatsby Chapter 2 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games

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Facilitate vocabulary development, evaluate reading comprehension, and help students practice critical thinking and literary craft analysis skills with this bundle of activities covering chapter 2 of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. A plot-based quiz, vocabulary application activity, crossword puzzle, word search game, close reading inference worksheet, and answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By engaging with these materials, students will: Read for literal comprehension Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order 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 word choices and narrative techniques Discern a primary function of the chapter Examine how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Compare Myrtle to the puppy she is gifted Apply knowledge of various literary devices including alliteration, assonance, and simile Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision Come to class better prepared to discuss literature
The Great Gatsby Chapter 3 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games
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The Great Gatsby Chapter 3 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games

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Facilitate vocabulary development, evaluate reading comprehension, and help students practice critical thinking and literary craft analysis skills with this bundle of activities covering chapter 3 of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. A plot-based quiz, vocabulary application activity, crossword puzzle, word search game, close reading inference worksheet, and answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By engaging with these materials, students will: Read for literal comprehension Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order 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 word choices and narrative techniques Examine how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Apply knowledge of literary devices to the text with an emphasis on understatement and situational irony Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision Come to class better prepared to discuss literature
The Great Gatsby Chapter 7 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games
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The Great Gatsby Chapter 7 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games

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Facilitate vocabulary development, evaluate reading comprehension, and help students practice critical thinking and literary craft analysis skills with this bundle of activities covering chapter 7 of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. A plot-based quiz, vocabulary application activity, crossword puzzle, word search game, close reading inference worksheet, and answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By engaging with these materials, students will: Read for literal comprehension Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order 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 word choices and narrative techniques Examine how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Apply knowledge of various literary devices including assonance, consonance, metaphor, hyperbole, onomatopoeia, imagery, euphemism, and catharsis Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision Come to class better prepared to discuss literature
The Great Gatsby Chapter 9 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games
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The Great Gatsby Chapter 9 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games

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Facilitate vocabulary development, evaluate reading comprehension, and help students practice critical thinking and literary craft analysis skills with this bundle of activities covering chapter 9 of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. A plot-based quiz, vocabulary application activity, crossword puzzle, word search game, close reading inference worksheet, and answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By engaging with these materials, students will: Read for literal comprehension Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order 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 word choices and narrative techniques Apply knowledge of literary devices including situational irony and metaphor Examine how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Come to class better prepared to discuss literature
The Great Gatsby Chapter 8 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games
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The Great Gatsby Chapter 8 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games

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Facilitate vocabulary development, evaluate reading comprehension, and help students practice critical thinking and literary craft analysis skills with this bundle of activities covering chapter 8 of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. A plot-based quiz, vocabulary application activity, crossword puzzle, word search game, close reading inference worksheet, and answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By engaging with these materials, students will: Read for literal comprehension Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order 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 word choices and narrative techniques Determine the function of a given detail Describe tone in context Examine how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Apply knowledge of various literary devices including personification, oxymoron, simile, onomatopoeia, assonance, and more Analyze the symbolic importance of dust in context Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision Come to class better prepared to discuss literature
The Great Gatsby Chapter 6 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games
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The Great Gatsby Chapter 6 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games

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Facilitate vocabulary development, evaluate reading comprehension, and help students practice critical thinking and literary craft analysis skills with this bundle of activities covering chapter 6 of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. A plot-based quiz, vocabulary application activity, crossword puzzle, word search game, close reading inference worksheet, and answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By engaging with these materials, students will: Read for literal comprehension Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order 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 word choices and narrative techniques Discern a key function of the chapter Examine how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Apply knowledge of various literary devices including metaphor, situational irony, hyperbole, euphemism, allusion, and personification Come to class better prepared to discuss literature
The Great Gatsby Chapter 5 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games
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The Great Gatsby Chapter 5 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games

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Facilitate vocabulary development, evaluate reading comprehension, and help students practice critical thinking and literary craft analysis skills with this bundle of activities covering chapter 5 of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. A plot-based quiz, vocabulary application activity, crossword puzzle, word search game, close reading inference worksheet, and answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By engaging with these materials, students will: Read for literal comprehension Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order 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 word choices and narrative techniques Examine how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Apply knowledge of various literary devices including situational irony, simile, and hyperbole Explore the symbolism of an object or objects Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision Come to class better prepared to discuss literature
The Great Gatsby Chapter 4 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games
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The Great Gatsby Chapter 4 Quiz, Inference Worksheet, and Vocabulary Games

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Facilitate vocabulary development, evaluate reading comprehension, and help students practice critical thinking and literary craft analysis skills with this bundle of activities covering chapter 4 of The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. A plot-based quiz, vocabulary application activity, crossword puzzle, word search game, close reading inference worksheet, and answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By engaging with these materials, students will: Read for literal comprehension Determine the meaning of unfamiliar and complex words Consult reference materials in order 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 word choices and narrative techniques Explore a shift in tone Examine how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop Identify the primary function of Wolfsheim’s character Apply knowledge of various literary devices including ambiguity, oxymoron, and imagery Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision Come to class better prepared to discuss literature
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Chapters 11 through 13 Quiz
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The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Chapters 11 through 13 Quiz

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Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this set of quiz questions on Mark Twain’s Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (chapters 11 through 13). An answer key is provided. The materials are delivered in a zip file as both Word Documents and PDFs. By completing this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Huck’s motives for lying to Judith Textual evidence to support the claim that Judith and her family have fallen on tough times The advice Judith offers Huck before his departure How Huck and Jim avoid being discovered while traveling Pap’s philosophy on stealing and Huck’s acceptance of this philosophy What is revealed about Huck’s character based on his actions The discovery of robbers and murderers The reason Jake and Bill want a man dead Jake’s reluctance to kill a man The fate of the raft Huck’s ability to empathize and show compassion
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Chapters 24 and 25 Quiz
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The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Chapters 24 and 25 Quiz

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Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this set of quiz questions on Mark Twain’s Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (chapters 24 and 25). An answer key is provided. The materials are delivered in a zip file as both Word Documents and PDFs. By completing this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: How Jim is made more comfortable while others are gone The characterization of Mr. Wilks The king’s motivation for wearing black The details pertaining to the king and duke’s newest scam Huck’s opinion of the newest scam How the duke and the king build relationships with people How the king almost reveals himself to be a con man Dr. Robinson’s advice to Mary Jane Mary Jane’s decision pertaining to her money
The Great Gatsby Mega Bundle of Quizzes, Close Readings, and a Test
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The Great Gatsby Mega Bundle of Quizzes, Close Readings, and a Test

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Measure reading comprehension and support the development of close reading skills with this bundle of worksheets and assessments composed of both plot-based and inference questions designed to help high school students analyze The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. A comprehension quiz and close reading analysis worksheet is provided for each individual chapter. A summative test culminates the unit. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered as printable Word Documents and PDFs.
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Chapters 8 through 10 Quiz
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The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Chapters 8 through 10 Quiz

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Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this set of quiz questions on Mark Twain’s Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (chapters 8 through 10). An answer key is provided. The materials are delivered in a zip file as both Word Documents and PDFs. By completing this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The search crew’s efforts to recover Huck’s body How Huck comes into possession of bread to eat Huck’s evolving perspective on prayer Huck’s first indication that someone else is on the island The reason for Jim’s intense fear when he first meets Huck Jim’s motivations for taking up residence on the island Jim’s superstitious nature The circumstances surrounding the death of Pap Jim’s motivations for concealing information from Huck Huck’s prank and its unintended consequences Huck and Jim’s plan involving a disguise
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Chapters 14 through 16 Quiz
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The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Chapters 14 through 16 Quiz

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Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this set of quiz questions on Mark Twain’s Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (chapters 14 through 16). An answer key is provided. The materials are delivered in a zip file as both Word Documents and PDFs. By completing this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Jim’s opinion of King Solomon Huck’s frustration with Jim’s perspective Huck and Jim’s plan to reach safety The trick Huck plays on Jim involving the fog How the trick strengthens the bond of understanding between Huck and Jim Jim’s plan once they reach Cairo Huck’s reaction to Jim’s plan Huck’s cunning nature The change in Jim and Huck’s plans Huck’s internal conflict The separation of Huck and Jim
To Kill a Mockingbird Literature Circle Activities
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To Kill a Mockingbird Literature Circle Activities

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With this literature circle resource for To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, high school English teachers may facilitate active participation in small-group discussions of complex literature. Included are the following: a handout outlining each role; a documentation log for each role; and a standards-based rubric for efficiently evaluating student work. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By engaging in these literature circle activities, students will do the following: Articulate key details from the story Generate open-ended questions related to the novel in order to carry out meaningful discussions with peers Respond thoughtfully to open-ended questions and others’ contributions to the discussion Document ways in which the novel is consistent with aspects of American and/or world history Locate specific passages and/or quotations that relate to major themes and concepts—especially those relating to economic struggles, coming of age, and the pursuit of justice and fairness Artistically convey important information from the assigned reading Write ideas with clarity, accuracy, and precision
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Chapters 26 through 28 Quiz
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The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Chapters 26 through 28 Quiz

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Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this set of quiz questions on Mark Twain’s Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (chapters 26 through 28). An answer key is provided. The materials are delivered in a zip file as both Word Documents and PDFs. By completing this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Joanna’s influence on Huck’s psychological state What motivates Huck to help the sisters Mary Jane’s disregard for her sister’s intuition The debate between the duke and the king Huck’s willingness to expose the duke and the king as con men What Huck does with the stolen money A disturbance at the funeral Who Huck blames for the stolen money The girls’ reaction to the settling of the estate Why Huck decides to reveal the plot to Mary Jane A concern Huck has pertaining to Mary Jane Mary Jane’s influence on Huck’s emotional state
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Chapters 36 through 39 Quiz
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The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Chapters 36 through 39 Quiz

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Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this set of quiz questions on Mark Twain’s Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (chapters 36 through 39). An answer key is provided. The materials are delivered in a zip file as both Word Documents and PDFs. By completing this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: The boys’ digging efforts Jim’s reaction to the boys’ plan Tom’s opinion of the rescue efforts Why Jim pokes his food with a fork Nat’s superstitious nature The boys’ guilt over their behavior The disappearances of household items The difficulty in baking a pie with a rope ladder in it The coat of arms Conditions in the hut that make Jim’s stay there unbearable The contents of an anonymous letter
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Chapters 40 through 43 Quiz
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The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Chapters 40 through 43 Quiz

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Evaluate general reading comprehension and promote homework accountability with this set of quiz questions on Mark Twain’s Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (chapters 40 through 43). An answer key is provided. The materials are delivered in a zip file as both Word Documents and PDFs. By completing this quiz, students will demonstrate knowledge of the following: Who is in the Phelps’ parlor Sally’s concern for Huck’s health A complication involving Tom’s health Huck’s lie to the doctor A racist assumption Huck’s promise to Sally Why mob participants decide against lynching Jim Tom’s feelings about Jim Aunt Polly’s introduction A major revelation