Charles by Shirley Jackson

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According to Laurie, why did Charles hit his teacher?

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use a red crayon

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What is the best summary of passage Charles? Options: A woman is upset with her son's behavior, A kindergarten boy causes lots of trouble and surprises, Parents support teachers by disciplining children, A young boy tells his mother about a rowdy kindergartner in his class.

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A young boy tells his mother about a rowdy kindergartner in his class.

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Clues showing a change in Laurie's behavior EXCEPT: that he does not stop to wave, the way he dresses, the things he says to his parents, the notes he brings home from his teacher.

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the notes he brings home from his teacher

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What is the shocking discovery that Laurie's mother makes when she meets Laurie's teacher?

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Laurie and Charles are the same person.

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Which phrase best describes Laurie? Options: sickeningly sweet, an excellent student, devilishly clever, an innocent victim

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devilishly clever

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What was the author's main purpose for writing this passage?

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to tell an amusing story 

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Which of the following is true of Laurie?

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Laurie is a trickster 

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Whose perspective is the story told from?

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Charles's mother

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What happens to Charles in the middle of the story?

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He begins to help the teacher 

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How do Laurie's parents feel about Charles?

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They worry about his influence on Laurie.