All Summer in a Day
What happens on Venus that makes the children excited?
The sun comes out for the first time in 7 years
Where are the two settings of Zoo?
Chicago (Earth) and the planet Kaan
Where does the story take place? Be specific
At a dinner party in India
What type of story are all of these stories?
A) Nonfiction
B) Fiction
C) Fable
D) Novel
Fiction
What planet is known as the Red Planet?
Mars
Why do the other children dislike Margot?
They are jealous that she remembers the sun
Who visits the zoo in the story?
Both the humans and the creatures
What does the colonel believe about women and their reactions to danger?
He believes women are more likely to panic or become frightened in dangerous situations.
All Summer in a Day:
Margot could be described as...
pale, thin, etc.
How many sides does a hexagon have?
6
What do the children do to Margot when they realize the sun is about to come out?
They lock Margot in a closet.
How do the aliens describe the humans they see?
They are strange creatures who wear garments and walk on 2 legs
Why does the hostess secretly ask the servant to bring her a bowl of milk?
She knows the cobra may be attracted to the milk, which will help get it out from under the table.
All Summer in a Day:
How does the setting on Venus affect the mood of the story?
The nonstop rain creates a sad and depressing mood
What is the largest ocean on Earth?
The Pacific Ocean
What is one major theme of the story? Explain how the characters' actions support this theme.
Answers can vary
What is ironic about the title “Zoo”?
Readers initially think the zoo contains animals for humans to observe, but the twist reveals that humans are actually the animals being observed by the aliens.
How does the hostess prove that she can remain calm under pressure?
When she discovers that a cobra is under the table, she stays completely still and calmly tells everyone to remain
Zoo:
Why is the ending of “Zoo” considered a twist? How does it change the reader's understanding of the story?
The ending reveals that the humans—not the aliens—are the creatures being observed. This changes the reader's understanding because the story is actually being told from the aliens' perspective, making humans the “animals” in the zoo.
What is the name of the process plants use to make food from sunlight?
Photosynthesis
Why is the ending of the story significant? What does the children's reaction when they remember Margot reveal about them?
The children realize they have hurt Margot and feel guilty. Their silence and sadness show that they understand the seriousness of their actions, but they cannot undo the harm they caused.
What is a major theme or message of “Zoo”?
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What is the main message or theme of The Dinner Party?
Answers can vary
The Dinner Party:
How does the author create suspense throughout the story? Give at least two examples.
The author creates suspense by revealing that a cobra is under the table, having the guests remain still while they wait, and making readers wonder whether the snake will attack before the servant returns.
What is the only continent that is also a country?
Australia