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"

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

• Nancy Farmer

• Edgar Allan Poe

• Eugenia Collier

• Shane Hughes

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

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.

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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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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.

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

• El Patron

• Maria

• Matt

• Celia

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.