Provide a definition for the underlined words. Use context clues in order to infer its
meaning. Circle the words that provided clues.
1.
The outcome was an act of fate since the criminal could
no longer control the result of the trial.
2.
The gullible girl believes anything; her credulity gets her
into compromising situations.
3.
A priest was attempting to console the grieving widow,
but his attempts were not working. She continued to cry
in agony.
4.
Miners have an unmistakable visage due to the residue of
coal and dirt on their face.
Event
What it means / what it many
foreshadow
Result
Story opens up
on a dark rainy
night.
Stories that begin with ominous
weather usually signal negative
outcomes.
A friend comes to visit with
a talisman that can be
wished upon.
Create Four-Square Vocabulary Maps for the following
words:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
Apathy
Averted
Presumptuous
Condoling
Credulity
Fate
Frivolous
Surveying
Talisman
Visage
Doughty
Fusillade
Choose ten
Definition: (Adjective)
Picture and Sentence:
Characterized by lack of seriousness
The woman spent her money frivolously; she
bough t things she didn’t need.
Synonyms :
Carefree
Unconcerned
Foolish
Frivolous
Related Forms:
Frivolousness: Noun
Frivolously: Adverb
Provide a definition for the underlined words. Use context clues in order to infer its
meaning. Circle the words that provided clues.
1.
There was a sudden fusillade of questions from
the class when the teacher said there was a pop
quiz.
2.
Your parents cannot interpose for you when you
behave inappropriately; you must deal with the
situation yourself.
3.
The doughty serviceman saved the injured
civilian in the middle of the battle.
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Writing prompt: 5-10 sentences.
If you could wish for anything, what would it
be? Provide detailed reasons for your
response.
Write out the following statements. Tell
whether you agree or disagree then provide a
reason for your response.
1.
We have control of our lives and our futures.
2.
Be careful what you wish for.
3.
A meaningful life is one filled with family
and friends.
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After viewing the movie trailer for “The
Monkey’s Paw”, make a prediction . What do
you think the story will be about?
I predict that the story will be about…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKU_pPXas
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Question
Who are the characters
we are introduced to so
far?
Describe the setting of
the story.
What is the monkey’s
paw?
Summary:
Answer
Word
Sentence from story
Definition
Write the quote below. What does it mean? Analyze
the quote and explain the message the fakir wants
people to understand.
“It had a spell put on it by an old fakir…a very
holy man. He wanted to show that fate ruled
people’s lives, and that those who interfered
with it did so to their sorrow.”
Question
How would you
describe the
relationship between
Mr. White, Mrs. White
and Herbert?
How many people can
wish on the paw?
What was the first
wishers last wish?
Describe the mood and
atmosphere in the
White home the day
after they acquire the
paw?
Summary:
Answer
1.
What is the main irony in “The Monkey’s
Paw”?
2.
What is the theme of the story?
3.
Describe three examples of foreshadowing
in the story.
Provide a definition for the underlined words. Use context clues in order to infer its
meaning. Circle the words that provided clues.
1.
Adolf Hitler maligned the Jewish people of
Germany; propaganda was posted in public
places.
2.
The confused student was dubious when
choosing answers for the test.
3.
Sheila’s prosaic speech did not evoke applause
because she was dull and monotone.
Question
What is the main irony
in “The Monkey’s
Paw”?
What is the theme of
the story?
Describe three
examples of
foreshadowing
in the story
Summary
Answer
The short story
The Movie