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True or False
True or False
Conor’s grandmother owns a cat that Conor accidentally hurts during one of his fits of rage.
False
Grandma doesn't have a cat
What is a simile?
A figure of speech that compares two different things using the words “like” or “as.”
What was the third tale about?
The Invisible Man
Which movie features the line “May the Force be with you”?
A) Star Wars
B) Star Trek
C) Avatar
D) Guardians of the Galaxy
A) Star Wars
Which country started the tradition of Christmas trees?
A) Germany
B) USA
C) England
D) France
A) Germany
The custom began in the 16th century when devout Christians brought decorated trees into their homes.
The fourth tale is Conor’s desire for it to be over.
True
The fourth tale is Conor admitting his painful truth
Correct or Incorrect?
I packed my bag: books, pencils, and a water bottle.
Correct
What is the name of Conor's bully?
Harry
Which instrument has 88 keys?
A) Guitar
B) Piano
C) Harp
D) Accordion
B) Piano
What is the name of the Jewish holiday celebrated around the same time as Christmas?
A) Purim
B) Hanukkah
C) Yom Kippur
D) Passover
B) Hanukkah
Lasts eight nights.
Conor's dad lives in Washington, USA
False
The book and movie only say he lives in America, but they never specify the state or city.
Identify the Adverbial Phrase in the sentence:
Because he was tired, he went to bed early.
Because he was tired
tells us why he went to bed early
In A Monster Calls, two different characters tell Conor, what would be the point of punishing him, Who are they?
Conor’s Father and the Headmistress
Which country is known as the Land of the Rising Sun?
A) China
B) Japan
C) Thailand
D) Korea
B) Japan
What is the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time?
A) Home Alone
B) The Grinch (2018)
C) Elf
D) Frozen
B) The Grinch (2018)
It earned over $512 million worldwide, surpassing Home Alone (which made $476 million).
Conor’s father promises that Conor will come live with him in America after his mother dies.
False
His father says it wouldn’t be possible because of lack of space and school
Which punctuation mark is used to introduce a list?
:
colon
What is the name of Conor’s dad’s girlfriend in America?
A) Sarah
B) Stephanie
C) Sophie
D) Susan
B) Stephanie
Which artist holds the record for the most Grammy Awards won by a female artist?
A) Beyoncé
B) Adele
C) Taylor Swift
D) Aretha Franklin
A) Beyoncé
She has won 32 Grammys.
What drink is traditionally associated with Christmas in Britain?
A) Eggnog
B) Mulled Wine
C) Hot Chocolate
D) Cider
B) Mulled Wine
Spiced and served warm.
In the first tale, why did the monster save the Queen?
The monster saves her because she wasn’t a murderer, not because she was entirely innocent.
Correct or Incorrect?
The guests included Sarah, the doctor; John, the engineer; and Mia, the lawyer.
Correct
semi-colons separate items in a complex list
What does the monster say to Conor is “the most human wish of all”?
A) To live forever
B) To be seen
C) To end pain
D) To save others
C) To end pain
Which country has the most official languages?
A) India
B) South Africa
C) Switzerland
D) Canada
B) South Africa
It has 11 official languages.
What is the name of the festival of lights celebrated in India during winter?
A) Diwali
B) Holi
C) Pongal
D) Navratri
A) Diwali
Known as the festival of lights.