About This Lesson
Intro to the classic short story. Story and questions attached. Keep the light on. Aligned with Common Core State Standards: RL.6.1, RL.6.2, RL.7.2, RL.8.2
Grade Level
Grades 6-8
Resource Type
Activity, Handout, Worksheet
Standards Alignment
Common Core State Standards
License
Resources
Files
monkey's_paw.ppt
monkey's_paw_questions.doc
monkey'spaw_story_.doc
Standards
Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
Determine a theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details; provide a summary of the text distinct from personal opinions or judgments.
Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text.
Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including its relationship to the characters, setting, and plot; provide an objective summary of the text.
Reviews
4.0
1 Reviews
A very useful resource which focuses on the brilliant short story Monkey's Paw. Good questions and interesting powerpoint. This could be the start of an exploration into the genre of short stories, either classic or more contemporary.
SML Member
December 11, 2011
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