"Pants on Fire"

Why does the narrator lie to her classmates? (Select 2 Possible Reasons)

• To hurt their feelings

• For the thrill of attention

• Because she was confused

• To fit in with her friends

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is one of the lies the narrator tells?

• She visited the Queen of England

• She went on vacation to Paris

• She kissed the boy she liked behind the schoolyard fence

• She traveled to Australia for a mont

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

How do the other girls react to the narrator's lies?

• They laugh at her

• They don't believe her

• They are skeptical but silent

• They believe her stories without question

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What realization does the narrator have by the end of the story?

• The lies were necessary to keep her friends

• She no longer wanted to lie to fit in

• No one cared about her lies

• She enjoyed lying too much to stop

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What motivates the narrator to finally tell the truth?

• Fear of getting caught

• A girl admits her family can't afford a vacation

• She overhears others gossiping about her

• Her teacher confronts her

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How did the narrator feel when her classmates listened to each other's true stories?

• Jealous

• Disinterested

• Surprised and inspired

• Embarrassed

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CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is a central theme of the story?

• The dangers of dishonesty

• The value of genuine relationships

• The excitement of living in a fantasy world

• The struggle for power in friendships

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the climax of a personal narrative?

• The introduction of the characters and setting

• The turning point where the main conflict reaches its peak

• The conclusion where everything is resolved

• The buildup of events leading to the central issue

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CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Which of the following is not necessary in a strong narrative?

• A convincing argument

• Well-developed characters
• A conflict

• A clear theme or message

Answer explanation

Strong narratives do not need to present a convincing argument. You'll share a larger lesson or message through your story, but you don't need to convince your readers of an opinion.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

What is a theme in a narrative essay?

• The central idea or underlying message of the narrative.
• The setting of the narrative.
• The main character's journey.
• The chronological order of events.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2