Exploring Chapter 10 of Blackbird Pond

What significant event occurs in Chapter 10 that affects Kit's standing in the community?

• Kit is accused of witchcraft.

• Kit discovers a hidden treasure.

• Kit is praised for her bravery.

• Kit is elected as the town leader.

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How does Kit react to the accusations made against her in this chapter?

• Kit accepts the accusations without question.

• Kit remains silent and does not respond to the accusations.

• Kit reacts with disbelief and defiance, asserting her innocence.

• Kit becomes angry and lashes out at others.

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What role does Mercy play in supporting Kit during the events of Chapter 10?

• Mercy blames Kit for the problems they face.

• Mercy criticizes Kit for her choices.

• Mercy supports Kit by offering friendship and understanding.

• Mercy ignores Kit during her struggles.

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Which character's actions contribute to the tension surrounding Kit in this chapter?

• A character's support for Kit's decisions.

• The critical character's disapproval of Kit's choices.

• A character's indifference to Kit's situation.

• A character's encouragement of Kit's actions.

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What themes of friendship and loyalty are highlighted in Chapter 10?

• Friendship is only about having fun together.

• The themes of friendship and loyalty are highlighted through unwavering support and sacrifices made for one another.

• Sacrifices are never necessary in friendships.

• Loyalty is irrelevant in true friendships.

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How does the setting of colonial Connecticut influence the events in this chapter?

• The setting has no impact on character development.

• The events are solely influenced by characters' personal backgrounds.

• Colonial Connecticut is irrelevant to the chapter's events.

• The setting of colonial Connecticut influences the events by shaping characters' motivations and societal conflicts.

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What internal conflicts does Kit experience in Chapter 10?

• Kit is primarily focused on her academic achievements.

• Kit experiences internal conflicts related to her sense of belonging, guilt over her past, and the struggle between her independence and societal expectations.

• Kit is overwhelmed by her family's financial struggles.

• Kit feels a strong desire to leave her home permanently.

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How do the townspeople's perceptions of Kit change in this chapter?

• The townspeople completely ignore Kit and her actions in this chapter.

• The townspeople's views of Kit become more negative and hostile.

• The townspeople's perceptions of Kit change from suspicion and disdain to a more nuanced understanding of her intelligence and bravery.

• The townspeople remain indifferent to Kit throughout the chapter.

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CCSS.RL.8.9

What is the significance of the title 'The Witch of Blackbird Pond' in relation to Chapter 10?

• The title highlights the beauty of nature surrounding Blackbird Pond.

• The title signifies the themes of persecution and societal judgment faced by Kit in Chapter 10.

• The title symbolizes Kit's journey to find love in Chapter 10.

• The title refers to Kit's magical abilities in Chapter 10.

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How does the chapter foreshadow future events in the story?

• The chapter reveals the main character's backstory in detail.

• The chapter focuses solely on a side character's journey.

• The chapter describes a peaceful resolution to all conflicts.

• The chapter foreshadows future events through symbolic imagery and character dialogue that hint at upcoming conflicts.

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