The House of the Scorpion Chapters

What was the symbol engraved in the center of the archway in the big house AND Rosa's pin on her shirt?

• A scorpion

• A tiger

• A bullfrog

• "Property of the Alacran Estate"

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The author of the The House of the Scorpion is _______.

• Nancy Farmer

• Edgar Allan Poe

• Eugenia Collier

• Shane Hughes

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Match the dialogue to the character. “Mi Vida. I like that . . . I like it so much, in fact, it’s what I’ll call him.” (57)

• Maria

• Celia

• El Patron

• Steven

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In Chapter 6, Maria compares Matt to her dog, Furball. What does this comparison reveal about Maria?

• She thinks Matt is just like her.

• She believes what others have told her about clones and thinks they are disgusting.

• She thinks that she can train Matt just like she trained her dog.

• She thinks that Matt is like an animal but doesn’t fully understand what others have told her about clones.

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How does the author develop Matt's character through his decisions in chapters 16 to 24?

• By showing his reluctance to make decisions.

• Through his bold actions that defy others' expectations.

• By depicting him as indecisive and weak.

• Through his consistent obedience to authority figures.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

In these chapters, what inference can be made about El Patron's influence on Matt's life?

• El Patron is indifferent to Matt's development.

• El Patron actively shapes Matt to be like him.

• El Patron has a minimal impact on Matt's decisions.

• El Patron encourages Matt to pursue his own interests independently.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What does Matt's interaction with other characters in these chapters suggest about his social skills?

• He is manipulative like El Patron.

• He is socially adept and makes friends easily.

• He struggles with social interactions due to his upbringing.

• He is charismatic and leads others naturally.

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What is the significance of the scorpion symbol in 'The House of the Scorpion'?

• It represents the Alacran family.

• It is a symbol of danger.

• It signifies Matt's identity.

• It is a mark of wealth.

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Who is the protagonist of 'The House of the Scorpion'?

• El Patron

• Maria

• Matt

• Celia

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In Chapter 5, how does Matt's view of the outside world change?

• He becomes more fearful.

• He becomes more curious.

• He becomes indifferent.

• He becomes more rebellious.

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