Palace of Stone
Which best describes Timon?:
A- Careless but rich
B- Polite but impatient
C- Disobedient but brave
D- Funny but rude
C- Disobedient but brave
Which best describes Benedict Arnold:
A- Quiet and shy
B- Obedient and respectful
C- Unintelligent but trustworthy
D- Brave but conflicted
D- Brave but conflicted
Which sentence tells you when the selection takes place?
A- Perhaps you've heard of Robin Hood, a hero from long ago
B- They were known for their daring and laughter
C- In each telling, the facts are different
D- Robin lives deep int he forest
A- Perhaps you've heard of Robin Hood, a hero from long ago
What is the main problem in 'Palace of Stone'?
The king's actions hurt the people in his kingdom.
Define "affix"
to stick something onto something else
What does Timon want to do with his life?
He wants to change the world
Why did Benedict Arnold join the Sons of Liberty?
He thought British taxes were unfair
What can you infer from the following excerpt?
"Some thought of him as a gentleman...Others, a no-good thief."
A- Gentlemen are known for having no money
B- Gentlemen are known for stealing from the rich
C- People all had the same opinion of Robin Hood
D- People had very different opinions about Robin Hood
D- People had very different opinions about Robin Hood
How do the growing chants of "no" affect Miri in 'Palace of Stone'?
She grows more confident and feels united with the merchants.
Define "misconduct "
behavior that is wrong or unacceptable
Who do you think Timon would admire?
A- Someone who discovers new land
B- Someone who helps poor people to succeed
C- Someone who sells a lot of oil
D- Someone who rules a large kingdom or empire
B- Someone who helps poor people to succeed
Which is not true of General Horatio Gates?
A- He broke through enemy lines and defeated the British
B- He led the American armies in the Battle of Saratoga
C- He strongly disliked Benedict Arnold
D- He took full credit for winning the Battle of Saratoga
A- He broke through enemy lines and defeated the British
Who becomes friends with Robin Hood after being sent to hunt him?
Little John
In "Who is a hero?', which event happens first?
A- Benedict Arnold was put in charge of the continental army forces in Philadelphia
B- Benedict Arnold and George Washington worked together to plan American strategy
C- Benedict Arnold was passed over for promotion
D- Benedict Arnold disobeyed General Horatio Gates and broke through enemy lines to defeat the British
B- Benedict Arnold and George Washington worked together to plan American strategy
Define "controversial "
causing a lot of disagreement because many people have strong opinions about the subject being discussed
What is the theme of the selection?
A- Change is impossible
B- Shouting is the only way to change the world
C- People often fail to change the way others think
D- One person can inspire a larger group to make change
D- One person can inspire a larger group to make change
Why did Benedict Arnold betray America?
He wanted the colonies to remain under British rule, as he thought it was better for America.
Why do the Merry Men make the choice to steal from the rich?
They believe that it is unfair that poor people are struggling and life is hard for them, while the king and the rich and powerful take all they can.
What can be inferred from the following?
"To use the name "Benedict Arnold" today is to call someone a traitor. But during much of the war, Benedict Arnold was known as an American hero."
Most people today know of Benedict Arnold because he betrayed his country
Define "patriotic "
having or expressing a great love of your country
What is the main problem in the selection?
The king is taking too much from the people
After joining the Sons of Liberty and marching volunteers to Boston, who did Benedict Arnold work closely with on strategy? And which fort did they capture?
General George Washington
They captured Fort Ticonderoga
Which detail from the story best explains how the story of Robin Hood became so popular?
A- Some say Robin was once a noble, and the sheriff took what was rightly his
B- Tales about him were shared far and wide. The many adventures of Robin Hood became legend over time
C- Robin Hood lives deep in the forest.
D- Times are hard, and the people go hungry
B- Tales about him were shared far and wide. The many adventures of Robin Hood became legend over time
What happens that causes Robin Hood and his men to be chased by the Prince’s knights?
Robin competes in an archery contest, but when he wins the Prince recognizes him and his knights chase him to arrest him
Define "tribute "
money or goods given to a ruler or country in exchange for protection or use of land