The Witch of Blackbird Pond Test

Front

What did Nat want to ask Uncle Matthew?

Back

Nat wanted to marry Kit.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

How did Kit's feelings for Uncle Matthew change?

Back

Kit saw Uncle Matthew pick up dirt and felt his passion for the soil.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Why did Hannah refuse to go with Nat?

Back

Hannah would not leave without her cat.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What led Goodwife Cruff to believe Kit was a witch?

Back

Goodwife Cruff believed Kit was a witch because she knew how to swim.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

Who did Kit think would help her?

Back

Kit thought William Ashby would certainly help her.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is the significance of swimming in the story?

Back

Swimming is seen as a sign of witchcraft by Goodwife Cruff.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Kit's relationship with Nat evolve throughout the story?

Back

Kit's relationship with Nat evolves from friendship to romantic interest.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role does Hannah play in Kit's life?

Back

Hannah serves as a mentor and protector for Kit.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does Uncle Matthew represent in the story?

Back

Uncle Matthew represents traditional values and the challenges of change.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does the community view Kit when she first arrives?

Back

The community views Kit with suspicion and prejudice.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9