HMH Module 2 Week 2 Skills Assessment

Front

What is the purpose of an introduction in a story?

Back

The introduction sets the stage for the story, provides background information, and introduces the main characters and setting.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.K.3

Front

What surprise does Juanito have for his parents at the end of the story?

Back

Juanito is the choir conductor at school.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

Front

How does Juanito's teacher influence his feelings about school?

Back

His teacher tells him that he has a wonderful singing voice, which boosts his confidence.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

Front

What does Juanito mean when he feels like an 'upside down boy'?

Back

He feels like he does not belong with the other kids.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Why is character development important in a story?

Back

Character development helps readers understand the motivations and growth of characters throughout the narrative.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What role does conflict play in a story?

Back

Conflict drives the plot and creates tension, leading to character development and resolution.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

How can a story's setting affect its plot?

Back

The setting provides context for the characters' actions and can influence the story's mood and themes.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.K.3

Front

What is the significance of a story's climax?

Back

The climax is the turning point of the story, where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

How does the resolution of a story contribute to its overall message?

Back

The resolution ties up loose ends and reveals the outcomes of the characters' journeys, often conveying the story's theme.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What techniques can authors use to create suspense in a story?

Back

Authors can use foreshadowing, pacing, and cliffhangers to build suspense.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.RL.5.4