Understanding 'A Very Tall Tale'

The video tutorial guides students through reading and analyzing a play titled 'A Very Tall Tale.' It begins with an introduction to the play's genre and title, followed by instructions on how to read and analyze the scenes. Scene 1 takes place in a hallway outside the principal's office, where Todd claims to see a dinosaur, leading to a conflict with his sister Sally. Scene 2 occurs in a classroom, where the dinosaur is revealed, resolving the conflict. The tutorial concludes with a discussion on how the scenes work together and a homework assignment.

What is the main purpose of reading the play 'A Very Tall Tale'?

• To practice reading aloud

• To learn about dinosaurs

• To understand the plot and analyze the scenes

• To memorize the dialogues

What does the title 'A Very Tall Tale' suggest about the play?

• It is a biography

• It is a scientific report

• It involves exaggerated or fictional elements

• It is a historical account

What genre does the play 'A Very Tall Tale' belong to?

• Drama

• Comedy

• Mystery

• Science Fiction

What is the first step in approaching the questions about the play?

• Guess the answers

• Read the questions before the play

• Ignore the questions

• Discuss with a friend

Where does Scene 1 of the play take place?

• In a classroom

• In the principal's office

• In the schoolyard

• In a hallway outside the principal's office

What is Sally's reaction to Todd's claim about the dinosaur?

• She ignores him

• She laughs at him

• She accuses him of making things up

• She believes him immediately

What significant event occurs in Scene 2?

• The principal sees the dinosaur

• Todd admits he was lying

• The dinosaur disappears

• The dinosaur is seen by Sally

How do Scene 1 and Scene 2 work together in the play?

• They provide background information

• They introduce new characters

• They create suspense and resolve the conflict

• They describe different locations

What is the homework assignment related to the play?

• Memorize the dialogues

• Draw a picture of the dinosaur

• Write a summary of the play

• Explain how the scenes work together