Scout's Honor

Why does the narrator say, “Scout’s honor” at the end of the story?

• He promises to tell Mr. Brenkman the truth about their trip.

• They have followed every part of the Boy Scout law.

• They promise to be best friends forever.

• The friends agree never to tell that they gave up.

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Since we were prepared to follow Scout Law – being loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent – we figured a 900 batting average was not bad.

This line is important to the story because –  

• they must achieve at least 90% to complete Scout Craft.

• the boys are enthusiastic baseball fans.

• the boys lie to their parents, but they follow every other rule.

• they don’t want to make even one small mistake.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which sentence from the story best shows the narrator’s motivation?

• “Anyway, doing stuff in the city is for sissies. Scouting is real camping.”

• “Back in 1946, when I was nine, I worried that I wasn’t tough enough.”

• “Scout Craft meant I had go on an overnight hike in the country.”

• “I asked Scoutmaster Brenkman where I could find some country.”

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CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What is the primary theme of the story 'Scout's Honor'?

• Friendship and loyalty

• Adventure and exploration

• Courage and bravery

• Honesty and integrity

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which character trait is emphasized in the Boy Scout law mentioned in the story?

• Generosity

• Loyalty

• Humility

• Patience

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

In the context of 'Scout's Honor', what does the term 'Scout Craft' refer to?

• A type of camping gear

• A set of skills and activities

• A leadership position

• A special badge

Why do the boys in 'Scout's Honor' decide to go on an overnight hike?

• To earn a merit badge

• To prove their toughness

• To explore new places

• To escape their daily routine

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What challenge do the boys face during their hike in 'Scout's Honor'?

• Getting lost in the woods

• Running out of food

• Bad weather conditions

• Disagreement among themselves

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

How does the narrator of 'Scout's Honor' feel about camping in the city?

• Excited and eager

• Indifferent and bored

• Skeptical and dismissive

• Nervous and anxious

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CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What lesson do the boys learn by the end of 'Scout's Honor'?

• The importance of honesty

• The value of teamwork

• The joy of adventure

• The strength of friendship

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2