Story Elements
What problem does Raven solve in the story?
A. The Chief wanted a child.
B. The people could not see in the darkness.
C. The Chief lost his wooden boxes.
D. The daughter needed help carrying water.
B. The people could not see in the darkness.
Read this sentence from paragraph 2:
“Raven formed a daring plan.”
What does daring mean?
A. ordinary
B. risky
C. secret
D. slow
B. risky
Select two sentences that belong in a summary of the story.
A. Raven heard the people wishing for light.
B. The Chief owned three wooden boxes.
C. Raven tricked the Chief and released the sun into the sky.
D. The baby cried loudly.
E. The Chief lived in a great house.
A. Raven heard the people wishing for light.
C. Raven tricked the Chief and released the sun into the sky.
Theseus knew he can defeat the mighty Minotaur.
A. could defeat
B. may defeat
C. must defeat
D. correct as is
A. could defeat
Which detail best shows how Raven changes during the story?
A. He turns himself into a pine needle and later back into a bird.
B. He begins as a powerful Chief.
C. He becomes frightened and gives up.
D. He refuses to help the people.
A. He turns himself into a pine needle and later back into a bird.
Read this sentence from paragraph 4:
“The Chief reluctantly handed it to him.”
What does reluctantly mean?
A. eagerly
B. angrily
C. unwillingly
D. quickly
C. unwillingly
What theme is developed in the story?
A. Honesty is always rewarded.
B. Cleverness can overcome power.
C. Hard work is better than talent.
D. Friendship is the greatest treasure.
B. Cleverness can overcome power.
Because he was determined, Theseus packed his supplies and leave at dawn.
A. leaves
B. leaving
C. left
D. correct as is
C. left
Which phrase best describes the setting at the beginning of the story?
A. A bright and cheerful kingdom
B. A village filled with music
C. A dark world without sunlight
D. A noisy city marketplace
C. A dark world without sunlight
Read this sentence from paragraph 6:
“Raven soared higher and higher…”
What does soared mean?
A. flew upward
B. fell suddenly
C. walked slowly
D. shouted loudly
A. flew upward
Which sentence supports the theme that cleverness can overcome power?
A. “The people stumbled through their days…” (paragraph 1)
B. “The Chief guarded the boxes carefully…” (paragraph 2)
C. “Raven formed a daring plan.” (paragraph 3)
D. “The people rejoiced.” (paragraph 6)
C. “Raven formed a daring plan.” (paragraph 3)
When he arrived at the labyrinth, he say a dark entrance.
A. sees
B. seen
C. saw
D. correct as is
C. saw
4. Which words best describe Raven’s character?
A. careless and impatient
B. brave and clever
C. shy and uncertain
D. greedy and selfish
B. brave and clever
Read this sentence from paragraph 6:
“The people rejoiced.”
What does rejoiced mean?
A. argued loudly
B. felt great happiness
C. hid quietly
D. grew confused
B. felt great happiness
Which event happens first in the story?
A. Raven flies into the sky with the sun.
B. The Chief chases Raven.
C. The people wish for light.
D. The baby opens the second box.
C. The people wish for light.
“I will defeat this monster,” he declare boldly.
A. declares
B. declared
C. declaring
D. correct as is
B. declared
Which sentence best supports Raven's character as being brave and clever?
A. “They longed for light.” (paragraph 1)
B. “The Chief guarded the boxes carefully and trusted no one.” (paragraph 2)
C. “Raven formed a daring plan.” (paragraph 3)
D. “The people rejoiced.” (paragraph 6)
C. “Raven formed a daring plan.” (paragraph 3)
Read this sentence from paragraph 4:
“Inside was a soft glow.”
What does glow most nearly mean?
A. loud crash
B. small flame
C. gentle light
D. sudden spark
C. gentle light
Which statement best summarizes the story?
A. A Chief keeps treasures locked away.
B. Raven uses a clever disguise to bring light to the world.
C. The Chief’s daughter gives birth to a strange child.
D. A baby plays with glowing boxes.
B. Raven uses a clever disguise to bring light to the world.
The journey was dangerous, but Theseus continued, even though he was feeling afraid.
Which revision improves this sentence?
A. The journey was dangerous and Theseus continued.
B. The journey was dangerous, so Theseus continued.
C. The journey was dangerous, but Theseus continued even though he felt afraid.
D. The journey dangerous but Theseus continued.
C. The journey was dangerous, but Theseus continued even though he felt afraid.