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Pre-reading activity for “Charles”
Anticipation Guide:
“Charles” by Shirley Jackson
PART I DIRECTIONS- SHARING OPINIONS: After each statement, write SA (strongly
agree), A (agree), D (disagree) or SD (strongly disagree). Then in the space provided, briefly
explain the reasons for your opinions.
1) Young children always tell the truth.
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2) Young children have imaginary playmates.
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3) Mothers of young children usually believe what they say.
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4) Young children do not lie on purpose.
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5) Young children always want to impress their parents.
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Name: _____________________________
Date: _________________
Period: ________
Pre-reading activity for “Charles”
Anticipation Guide:
“Charles” by Shirley Jackson
MAKE CONNECTIONS: Choose one of the following prompts and respond on the lines
below:
(a) What are your memories of elementary (or middle) school? Was there a student who
didn’t follow the rules? What did he or she do?
OR
(b) W
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