"Across Five Aprils" Chapter 2

Front

What is the effect of the author's use of third person limited point of view in Chapter 2?

Back

It focuses on the internal thoughts of one character.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is an example of textual evidence?

Back

A direct quote from the book.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

Identify a character trait of Jethro Creighton from Chapter 2.

Back

Brave.

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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 significance of the setting in Chapter 2?

Back

It emphasizes the isolation of the Creighton family.

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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

Define the term 'dramatic irony.'

Back

When the audience knows something the characters do not.

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CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

What is the main theme of 'Across Five Aprils'?

Back

The impact of the Civil War on a family and community.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

How does the author develop Jethro's character in Chapter 2?

Back

Through his thoughts and reactions to the events around him.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role does family play in Chapter 2?

Back

Family provides support and reflects the challenges faced during the war.

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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

Front

What is the historical context of 'Across Five Aprils'?

Back

The story is set during the American Civil War.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

How does the author use imagery in Chapter 2?

Back

To create vivid descriptions of the setting and emotions.

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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