T'Was the Night Before Christmas

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What is the main character's action when getting out of bed?

Back

The main character 'sprang' out of bed.

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What is the name of the first reindeer mentioned in the poem?

Back

The first reindeer mentioned is 'Dasher'.

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What item was mamma wearing in the poem?

Back

Mamma was wearing a 'kerchief'.

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What part of the pipe did St. Nick hold in his teeth?

Back

St. Nick held the 'stump' of the pipe in his teeth.

Front

Where did St. Nick fly like a flash?

Back

He flew 'to the window'.

Front

What is the significance of the character's action of 'springing' out of bed?

Back

It shows excitement and urgency in the character's response to the events.

Front

How does the poem describe the reindeer?

Back

The reindeer are described with names that suggest speed and agility.

Front

What does the kerchief symbolize in the poem?

Back

The kerchief symbolizes warmth and comfort in a cozy home.

Front

What does the pipe represent in St. Nick's character?

Back

The pipe represents a traditional image of St. Nick as a jolly figure.

Front

What literary device is used in 'flew like a flash'?

Back

This is an example of a simile, comparing St. Nick's speed to a flash.