Week 4.2 The Sign

What is the author’s main purpose for writing this story?

• To explain how constellations are named

• To tell a story about friendship and bravery

• To describe how rivers can be dangerous

• To teach readers about the Underground Railroad

Why does the author include the description of the “raging river” and Orry’s injury?

• To show how hard it is for Orry to escape

• To explain why the men are searching for Orry

• To describe the weather in the story

• To explain why Jess couldn’t help Orry

What message does the story give about friendship?

• True friends are willing to take risks for each other.

• Friends always agree on the best plan.

• Friendship is not as important as safety.

• It’s hard to make friends during tough times.

Why does the author include the stars and constellations in the story?

• To teach about the science of constellations

• To show how the stars represent hope and guidance

• To explain why Orry loves the night sky

• To show how Jess and Orry became friends

What is the author’s message about courage?

• Courage is about helping others even when it’s dangerous.

• Courage means never being scared.

• Courage is only important when you’re alone.

• Courage comes from following rules.

Why does Jess decide to help Orry escape?

• Orry promises him a reward.

• Jess knows it’s the right thing to do.

• Jess wants to protect his mother.

• Orry forces him to help.

How does the bandanna in the weeds make Jess feel?

• Hopeful that Orry left a sign

• Angry at the men searching for Orry

• Afraid that Orry didn’t make it

• Confused about what to do next

What does Jess realize when he sees the marks on the tree?

• Orry left him a message by using the stars.

• Woodpeckers damaged the tree.

• Orry was unable to leave a sign.

• The marks don’t mean anything.

What is Jess’s reaction when he realizes the marks are a constellation?

• He feels sad because Orry is still in danger.

• He feels excited because it means Orry is safe.

• He feels confused about what to do next.

• He feels angry because Orry left without saying goodbye.

Why does Jess remember the sound of the river as Orry’s chuckle?

• To show how much Jess misses Orry

• To explain how loud the river was at night

• To give hope that Orry will return

• To remind him of Orry’s bravery and friendship