The Ravine HMH

In “The Ravine,” which word or phrase from paragraph 31 helps the reader understand the meaning of the word murky?

• large boulder

• edge of the pond

• brown water

• waterfall

Select the two words that best explain how Vinny feels at the end of “The Ravine.”

• Boastful

• Calm

• Curious

• Embarrassed

• Relieved

In “The Ravine,” what indicates that Vinny’s friends did not agree with the choice he made?

• They knew he was scared.

• They did not speak to him.

• They shouted encouragement.

• They laughed and joked with each other.

Select which phrases describes “The Ravine”

• Provides facts

• Tells a narrative

• Organized in sections

• Develops characters

Who is the main character in “The Ravine”?

• Vinny

• Joe-Boy

• Mo

• Starlene

What lesson does the main character learn by the end of “The Ravine”?

• Facing fears can lead to personal growth.

• Avoiding danger is the best solution.

• Relying on others is crucial.

• Curiosity always leads to trouble.

In “The Ravine,” how does the author use setting to enhance the mood of the story?

• By describing the setting as mysterious in vivid detail

• By keeping the setting ambiguous

• By contrasting the setting with the characters’ emotions

• By focusing solely on the dialogue

What is the main setting of “The Ravine”?

• A bustling city

• A small rural town

• A forested area

• A deserted island

How does the main character respond to the central conflict?

• By seeking help from others

• By hiding and avoiding the problem

• "I could not speak, I could not fly,

  I fell down in that place,"

• By giving up and running away

Why is the main character afraid of being on top of the ravine?

• It is rumored to be haunted.

• He has heard dangerous stories about it.

• He lost a valuable item there.

• He's afraid of heights.