NRA 10

According to Helena, what happens the more she prays (2.2.95)?

• The more Helena prays the more she becomes ugly as a bear.

• The more Helena prays the more she loses what she desires.

• The more Helena prays the more she loses energy to run.

• The more Helena prays the more the beasts of the woods fear her.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

Using context clues, infer the meaning of the word "marvel" (2.2.102).

• to be filled with wonder and astonishment
• a superhuman monster
• a children's game with small glass balls
• the imminent feeling of dread and fear

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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What is Lysander’s explanation for his "change of emotions" (loving Helena now instead of Hermia)?

• Lysander explains he prefers Helena because she is prettier than Hermia.
• Lysander explains that he prefers Helena because she is single.
• Lysander explains that he prefers Helena because she is the logical choice.
• Lysander explains that he prefers Helena because she has beautiful eyes.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which piece of evidence best supports the correct answer to the previous question?

• “Content with Hermia? No, I do repent” (2.2.118).
• “Who will not change a raven for a dove?” (2.2.121).
• “And reason says you are the worthier maid” (2.2.123).
• “[L]eads me to your eyes, where I o’erlook / Love’s stories written” (2.2.128–129).

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Lysander claims that he repents the time he spent with Hermia. Repent is a verb that means “to feel or show that you are sorry for something bad or wrong that you did and that you want to do what is right.” While regret has a similar meaning to repent, regret means “to feel sorry for something that you did or didn’t do.” Considering the definitions, infer the connotations of the words. Which answer best captures how the meaning of this line would change if Lysander said he regrets the time spent with Hermia?

• If Lysander said he regrets the time he spent with Hermia, the line would lose some of the humor because repent implies dishonesty and cunning.
• If Lysander said he regrets the time he spent with Hermia, the line would lose the sincerity and commitment Lysander hopes to portray because repent implies hope and change.
• If Lysander said he regrets the time he spent with Hermia, the line would make his emotions seem out of character for him because repent connects to Lysander’s deep religious beliefs.
• If Lysander said he regrets the time he spent with Hermia, the line would better emphasize his confusion at ever loving Hermia because repent implies a conscious choice.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

How does Helena describe Lysander’s attempt to "woo her"?

• She thinks Lysander is enticing her.
• She thinks Lysander is bewitching her.
• She thinks Lysander is mocking her.
• She thingks Lysander is annoying her.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Surfeit is an old English word that means “an extra or excessive amount.” Lysander uses the word twice when he reflects on his feelings toward Hermia and his new emotions toward Helena in 2.2.142–151. What does the use of surfeit show about Lysander’s feelings?

• Lysander has had too much love, and he does not want any more.
• Lysander has made himself sick with his feelings toward Hermia.
• Lysander has eaten too many sweets in the woods and feels sick.
• Lysander has made himself sick with his feelings for Helena.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the repetition of surfeit affect the tone of Lysander’s explanation?

• The repetition of surfeit creates a humorous tone.
• The repetition of surfeit creates a sad tone.
• The repetition of surfeit creates a mysterious tone.
• The repetition of surfeit creates a serious tone.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.4

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is the relationship between Hermia’s dream and the plot of the play?

• Hermia’s dream shows Lysander’s feelings for her have changed.
• Hermia’s dream shows that serpents play a significant role in the play.
• Hermia’s dream shows the fear the lovers feel about their future.
• Hermia’s dream shows that she should have let Lysander sleep near her.

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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

On page 61, what simile does Helena use to describe herself?

• "...no, I am as ugly as a bear." 2.2.100
• "...Do as a monster fly my presence thus." 2.2.103
• "O, I am out of breath in this fond chase." 2.2.94
• All of these are similes she uses toward herself.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

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