The Graveyard Book - Chapter 3

Front

Why does Silas say he is leaving the graveyard to travel?

Back

To obtain information.

Front

What is the term for hinting that something bad will come?

Back

Foreboding.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

Which of these does not fit into the gothic genre: Night time, Bats, Storms, Rainbow?

Back

Rainbow.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What are the quotations 'They are parasites and scavengers' and 'They move fast' describing?

Back

Ghouls.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

In Chapter 3, does Bod change his opinion of Miss Lupescu?

Back

True.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the definition of 'gothic genre'?

Back

A genre characterized by dark themes, supernatural elements, and an atmosphere of mystery.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is the role of Silas in 'The Graveyard Book'?

Back

Silas serves as a guardian and mentor to Bod.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

Define 'ghoul' in the context of gothic literature.

Back

A ghoul is a creature that feeds on human flesh, often depicted as a scavenger.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What does the term 'foreboding' imply in literature?

Back

It implies a sense of impending doom or misfortune.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

Identify a common theme in 'The Graveyard Book'.

Back

The theme of belonging and identity.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2