Character Comparison for 5th Graders

What are the main traits of Character A?

• Cowardly, disloyal, foolish

• Selfish, arrogant, naive

• Indifferent, reckless, dishonest

• Brave, loyal, intelligent

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

How does Character B differ from Character A?

• Character B is extroverted, whereas Character A is introverted.

• Character B is younger than Character A.

• Character A is more adventurous than Character B.

• Character B prefers solitude while Character A enjoys socializing.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Identify a key event that highlights Character A's personality.

• Character A's decision to ignore a friend's plea for help.

• Character A's failure to stand up for a colleague in need.

• Character A's selfless act of saving a stranger.

• Character A's moment of selfishness during a crisis.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What similarities do Character A and Character B share?

• Both characters are skilled musicians who enjoy the same hobbies.

• Both characters are wealthy aristocrats living in different countries.

• Both characters are rivals who constantly compete against each other.

• Both characters are strong leaders who face similar challenges and are deeply committed to their friends.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Describe how the setting influences Character A's actions.

• Character A's actions are influenced by a supportive community that encourages social gatherings.

• Character A feels indifferent to the winter, continuing their usual routine without change.

• Character A's actions are driven by the harsh winter setting, leading them to prioritize survival over social norms.

• Character A is motivated by a desire for wealth, ignoring the winter's impact.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

In what ways do Character A and Character B respond to conflict?

• Character A avoids conflict, while Character B confronts it.

• Character A seeks compromise, while Character B escalates the situation.

• Both characters ignore the conflict entirely.

• Character A confronts conflict directly, while Character B avoids it.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is a significant choice made by Character A, and what does it reveal?

• Character A's pursuit of personal gain.

• Character A's sacrifice for the greater good.

• Character A's refusal to take any risks.

• Character A's decision to abandon their friends.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

How do the relationships of Character A and Character B affect the story?

• The relationships only serve to provide comic relief and do not influence the narrative.

• The relationships of Character A and Character B create conflict and drive the plot.

• Their relationship is purely supportive and has no impact on the plot.

• Character A and Character B are never in conflict throughout the story.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What lesson can be learned from comparing Character A and Character B?

• The impact of wealth on personal relationships.

• The significance of teamwork in achieving goals.

• The role of luck in character development.

• The importance of personal integrity and decision-making.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

How does the author use dialogue to develop Character A and Character B?

• Dialogue is used to summarize the plot of the story.

• The author uses dialogue to describe the setting in detail.

• Character A and Character B never interact through dialogue.

• The author uses dialogue to reveal Character A's motivations and personality, while Character B's responses highlight their contrasting views.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3