The Wretched Stone

What did the captain do to solve the problem of the wretched stone?

• He broke it into small pieces and threw it in the water.

• He had it removed from the boat when they arrived in Santo Pango.

• He set fire to the vessel and it sank to the bottom of the sea.

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

What is the main theme of 'The Wretched Stone'?

• Isolation and its effects

• The power of technology

• The importance of teamwork

• The dangers of the sea

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'The Wretched Stone'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Irony

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What transformation do the crew members undergo in 'The Wretched Stone'?

• They become more intelligent

• They turn into apes

• They become invisible

• They gain super strength

What is the captain's initial reaction to the stone in 'The Wretched Stone'?

• He is fascinated by its glow

• He is afraid of its power

• He ignores it

• He immediately throws it overboard

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

How does the author convey the mood in 'The Wretched Stone'?

• Through vivid descriptions

• Through dialogue

• Through character thoughts

• Through historical context

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is the significance of the stone's glow in 'The Wretched Stone'?

• It represents knowledge

• It symbolizes danger

• It indicates wealth

• It shows happiness

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CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

Which character in 'The Wretched Stone' warns about the stone's danger?

• The captain

• The first mate

• A crew member

• The cook

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CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What genre does 'The Wretched Stone' belong to?

• Science fiction

• Fantasy

• Historical fiction

• Adventure

What lesson does 'The Wretched Stone' teach about curiosity?

• Curiosity leads to innovation

• Curiosity can be dangerous

• Curiosity is always beneficial

• Curiosity is a waste of time

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2