Hoot by Carl Hiaasen Quiz

Identify the main character who moves to Coconut Cove, Florida at the beginning of the story.

• Tommy Lee Jones

• Roy Eberhardt

• Sally Sue Johnson

• Billy Bob Thornton

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Who is the bully in the story who picks on Roy and is involved in the conflict with the owls?

• Dana Matherson

• Samantha Johnson

• Billy Thompson

• Tommy Williams

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Describe the setting of Hoot and explain how it contributes to the overall mood of the story.

• The setting of Hoot is in a futuristic space station, with a focus on advanced technology and alien encounters.

• The setting of Hoot is in a remote village in Alaska, with a focus on the harsh winter conditions.

• The setting of Hoot is in a bustling city in New York, with a focus on the fast-paced urban lifestyle.

• The setting of Hoot is in a small town in Florida, with a focus on the natural environment and the impact of human development.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

How does the setting of the construction site impact the central conflict in Hoot?

• It has no impact on the central conflict

• It brings peace and harmony to the central conflict

• It creates tension between the environmental activists and the construction workers

• It causes the central conflict to disappear

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Explain the central conflict in Hoot and how it is resolved.

• The central conflict is the fight to save the burrowing owls and their habitat from being destroyed by a construction project, and it is resolved when the main characters work together to expose the illegal activities and protect the owls.

• The central conflict is a competition between two businesses, and it is resolved when they merge and become partners

• The central conflict is a love triangle between the main characters, and it is resolved when they all decide to remain friends

• The central conflict is a disagreement over a school project, and it is resolved when the teacher intervenes and assigns new partners

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What is the theme of Hoot and how is it conveyed throughout the story?

• Space exploration and alien encounters

• War and conflict

• Love and romance

• Environmental conservation and protection of wildlife

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Identify the author's purpose in writing Hoot and how it is reflected in the story.

• The author's purpose is to raise awareness about environmental issues and the importance of taking action to protect wildlife and their habitats.

• The author's purpose is to entertain readers with a thrilling mystery story.

• The author's purpose is to promote healthy eating habits and exercise.

• The author's purpose is to teach readers about the history of ancient civilizations.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

How does the author use humor to convey the message of environmental conservation in Hoot?

• By using serious and somber characters to address the issue of environmental conservation

• By including graphic and disturbing scenes of environmental destruction to shock the audience

• By avoiding any humor and focusing solely on the seriousness of the environmental message

• By incorporating funny and quirky characters, situations, and dialogue that highlight the absurdity of human behavior towards nature.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6