"The Graveyard Book" Exam

Front

What skills did Bod use on Mo and Nick after they followed him into the graveyard?

Back

Bod used the skills of Fade and Fear.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the setting of 'The Graveyard Book'?

Back

The setting is a graveyard in England.

Front

What does Bod learn about the Sleer?

Back

Bod learns that the Sleer is a guardian of treasure.

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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

What is the main theme of 'The Graveyard Book'?

Back

The main theme is the journey from childhood to adulthood.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

After listening to Liza's story, what does Bod want to do?

Back

Bod wants to get Liza a headstone.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

Define 'Fade' in the context of 'The Graveyard Book'.

Back

Fade is a skill that allows Bod to become invisible to the living.

Front

What role does Silas play in Bod's life?

Back

Silas acts as a guardian and mentor to Bod.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Who is the Sleer?

Back

The Sleer is a supernatural entity that guards a treasure in the graveyard.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

What does Bod's journey symbolize in the novel?

Back

Bod's journey symbolizes the transition from innocence to experience.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Bod's relationship with the graveyard differ from that of the living?

Back

Bod feels a sense of belonging in the graveyard, unlike the living who fear it.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3