Grammar
This part of speech names a person, place, thing, or idea.
Noun
What magical land do the Pevensie children return to in Prince Caspian?
Narnia
Who is the mysterious millionaire at the center of The Westing Game?
Sam Westing
What is the name of Captain Nemo’s submarine?
Nautilus
What kind of creature is Bilbo Baggins?
A hobbit
Identify the subject and verb in this sentence: The children raced across the field.
Subject – The children, Verb – raced
Who is Podo in The Wingfeather Saga, and what secret does he hide?
Podo is Janner’s grandfather and was once a pirate.
What historical time period is The Apothecary set in?
Early 1950s, during the Cold War
Who is the narrator of the story, and what is his profession?
Professor Pierre Aronnax, a marine biologist
What does Bilbo steal from Gollum?
The One Ring
Identify and label the function of the underlined clause in this sentence: What she said surprised everyone.
The underlined clause "What she said" is a noun clause functioning as the subject of the sentence.
In Prince Caspian, what role does Aslan play in the story’s climax?
Aslan leads a final charge and restores Caspian as the rightful king.
Name one major theme that The Westing Game and The Apothecary share.
The power of knowledge or identity/disguise.
Why does Captain Nemo live beneath the sea, away from society?
He is disillusioned with humanity after personal and political tragedies and seeks refuge under the sea.
How does Bilbo change over the course of the novel?
He evolves from a timid homebody to a brave and clever adventurer.
Identify the type of verbal in this sentence and explain its function: Jogging every morning helps her focus.
"Jogging every morning" is a gerund phrase functioning as the subject of the sentence.
Explain how Janner’s character changes from the beginning to the end of The Wingfeather Saga, Book 1.
Janner matures from a reluctant older brother to a sacrificial leader.
In The Apothecary, how does Janie’s perspective on danger and courage evolve?
She becomes more courageous and values standing up for what's right, even when it’s dangerous.
What are two major themes explored in 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea?
Isolation vs. connection, and man vs. nature
What is the significance of the Arkenstone, and how does it affect Thorin’s behavior?
The Arkenstone symbolizes Thorin’s pride and greed, leading to his downfall.
Identify the Parts of Speech: My friend sent me a postcard from Europe.
Adj., SN, V, IO, Art., DO, Prep., OP
Compare the use of prophecy in both Prince Caspian and The Wingfeather Saga. How does each author use it to move the plot forward?
Both stories use prophecy to guide the protagonists—Prince Caspian is foretold to restore Narnia, while the Wingfeather children are part of an ancient prophecy.
In both novels, young characters solve complex problems. Compare how teamwork plays a role in The Westing Game versus The Apothecary.
In The Westing Game, teamwork forms accidentally among unlikely partners; in The Apothecary, teamwork is more intentional and based on trust and survival.
Evaluate whether Captain Nemo is a hero, a villain, or something in between. Use evidence from the text.
Nemo is morally ambiguous—he shows compassion and intelligence but also vengeance and secrecy. His complexity makes him a tragic anti-hero.
Compare Bilbo’s leadership style with Thorin’s. What makes Bilbo a more effective leader by the end?
Bilbo leads with humility and problem-solving; Thorin relies on pride and tradition. Bilbo earns others’ loyalty and resolves conflict more effectively.