Vocabulary & Figurative Language
How does the phrase “of a sort” in paragraph 3 affect the meaning?
It builds suspense by adding doubt about the purpose of the station.
What can be inferred about Prendick’s feelings toward Montgomery?
He feels indebted to Montgomery.
How does the phrase “our little establishment” affect the tone?
It adds an insincere tone.
What is a central idea of the passage?
The narrator receives food and shelter on an unusual island after his rescue.
How does the setting impact the tone?
The locked iron gate creates a tone of secrecy.
What does peculiar mean in paragraph 18?
Strange
Which quotation supports that inference?
“‘It was you,’ I said, ‘who rescued me.’”
How does Montgomery’s point of view change in paragraph 6?
Choice 1: cautious about the nature of the island
Choice 2: unwilling to reveal information about the work on the island
Which two statements belong in an objective summary?
A scientist named Mr. Prendick arrives on an unfamiliar island.
Montgomery and the white-haired man discuss their concern about Mr. Prendick.
What about the environment contributes to mystery?
The odd, silent men with unusual movements enhance the secretive atmosphere.
Which two phrases from paragraph 1 show the white-haired man doesn’t trust Prendick?
“though you are uninvited”
Which choice best fits the blanks?
Prendick’s narration shapes the plot by ___ and by ___.
Choice 1: establishing the role of an unwelcomed visitor
Choice 2: revealing the conflict among the characters
How do we know the white-haired man is suspicious of Prendick?
He constantly emphasizes Prendick is uninvited and keeps asking probing questions.
What is Prendick surprised to discover about the attendant?
His ears are covered in fur, adding to the strangeness of the island.
Which setting detail MOST increases suspense?
The secured stone building with multiple locks and keys.