Cards in this guide (15)
An example of direct characterization in The Lightning Thief
It is the first book in the Percy Jackson series.
What best describes Mathilde's motivation
She wants to become rich and popular.
Why are the Loisels so upset about losing the necklace
The necklace does not belong to them and they feel obligated to
replace it.
What does Mathilde's husband do to try to make her happy
He gets an invitation to a ball.
What does Mathilde want most
She wants to have money and for people to admire her.
What does it suggest about Mathilde that she tells Mme Forester the truth about the necklace
She is no longer concerned about appearing rich and
beautiful.
Why does Mathilde leave the party in a rush
She is embarrassed by the wrap her husband brought for her.
What best explains why readers sometimes need to make inferences
Authors sometimes hint at certain ideas rather than state them
directly.
Which is the best example of a complex character
a man who is usually honest but occasionally lies (apex) A.
Which kind of detail best reveals character
Description of a person's facial expressions
Which story most likely includes elements the writer experienced firsthand
a poem about working with animals a
C.A short story about living in an apartment in a highrise building
farm
Why might a reader need to make an inference
the author mgiht hint at an idea rather than state it
directly
What is Mathilde like at the beginning of the necklace
What does it suggest about Mathilde that she tells Mme. Forester the truth at the end of the story
she is no longer ashamed of having less money than her
friend
At the beginning of the necklace what is Mathilde like