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12th grade short stories resources for Easel Assessments
Dark Romanticism & American Gothic Unit; Poe, Hawthorne, Dickinson, The Village
In this sublime unit, your students will explore American Romanticism and Gothic in works of fiction, poetry, art, and film. Your students will first learn about conditions that influenced American Romanticism and Gothic and study concepts and elements that characterize Romantic and Gothic literature and art. They will then apply these concepts to short stories (The Cask of Amontillado, The Tell-Tale Heart, The Pit and The Pendulum, Rappaccini’s Daughter), poems (The Raven, A Bird Came Down The
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8th - 12th
Detective Stories Unit - Short Stories by Doyle, Poe, Dahl; Sherlock Holmes film
In this fantastic detective stories unit, you will explore the characteristics of the detective story genre and apply them to great short stories by Edgar Allan Poe (The Murders in the Rue Morgue), Arthur Conan Doyle (Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Speckled Band and The Adventure of Silver Blaze), and Roald Dahl (Lamb to the Slaughter).Learn what makes a good detective story and then work like a sleuth to identify genre elements in E. A. Poe's and Arthur Conan Doyle's short stories. Analy
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Bundle: Detective Stories Unit + Latin Folktales & Magical Realism Unit
"The Test" by Theodore Thomas Quiz and Answer Key for High School (Printable)
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering the short story "The Test" by Theodore Thomas. The resource may double as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate active engagement with the narrative. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.)Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following
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8th - 12th
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Mario Brothers Movie Story Book - Fan Art for Reading Practice w Easel Quiz
This inspired by fan art created promotional story book is based on the Super Mario Brothers Movie by Nintendo. It includes an Easel Quiz that you can send to your students. What better way to help a child to read by having them practice with a topic that they love and know. Mario! We highly recommend watching the movie and we are promoting it by bringing this useful item to teachers and students. Ideas for using this PDF:Great for online teachers, speech-language pathologists, reading specialis
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4th - 12th
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"Catch the Moon" by Judith Ortiz Cofer Quiz and Answer Key (Printable)
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning duties with this plot-based, multiple choice quiz covering the short story "Catch the Moon" by Judith Ortiz Cofer. Additionally, a short answer option is provided for re-assessment purposes. These resources may double as guided reading handouts to foster active reading habits among students. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive optio
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6th - 12th
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"The Wife's Story" by Ursula K. Le Guin Quiz and Answer Key (Printable)
Reduce teacher workload, measure general reading comprehension, and promote homework accountability with this quiz on "The Wife's Story" by Ursula K. Le Guin. An answer key is included Materials are delivered in a zip file containing editable Word Documents and printable PDFs. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.)Questions pertain to the following key details:The narrator's emotional stateThe narrator's characterization of her husbandThe relationship between the narr
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9th - 12th
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"The Dinner Party" by Mona Gardner Quiz and Answer Key for High School
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate take-home assessment planning with this plot-based quiz covering the short story "The Dinner Party" by Mona Gardner. This assessment may double as a guided reading handout to facilitate active engagement with fiction. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.)Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â "The Dinner Party" by Mona Gardner Quiz, Close Reading, and Vocabulary Games
"Sweat" by Zora Neale Hurston Quiz and Answer Key for High School (Printable)
"Sweat" by Zora Neale Hurston is a short story about a woman of color who must reconcile the resentment she feels toward her abusive husband with her faith—a task that threatens to compromise the integrity of her soul. This multiple choice quiz covering "Sweat" helps English teachers evaluate general reading comprehension while eliminating take-home assessment planning responsibilities. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-gr
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9th - 12th
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"Beware of the Dog" by Roald Dahl Quiz and Answer Key for High School
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering the short story "Beware of the Dog" by Roald Dahl. The assessment may double as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate active engagement with the narrative. In addition to a multiple choice option, a short answer version is provided for re-assessment purposes. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alte
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6th - 12th
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"The Birds" by Daphne du Maurier Quiz and Answer Key (Printable)
For many high school readers, horror and psychological fiction are genres that maximize engagement with literature. "The Birds" by Daphne du Maurier features elements consistent with both genres: an isolated setting, killings without clear motivations, the suggestion of humanity's imminent extinction, and more. This editable, multiple choice quiz covering "The Birds" helps English teachers promote homework accountability, evaluate reading comprehension, and save time at home without sacrificing
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Horror Fiction Short Story Activities Bundle for High School Readers
"Cinderella" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz and Answer Key (Printable)
Help middle and high school students improve fluency, stamina, and text comprehension with a brief, engaging fairy tale titled "Cinderella" by the Brothers Grimm. A plot-based quiz is provided to measure reading comprehension, along with an answer key. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading version made for Google Drive is available.)Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following:The origin of Cinderella's nameThe step-sisters' request of t
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â "Cinderella" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz, Close Reading, and Vocabulary Games
The Gift of the Magi Vocabulary Matching TEST with Easel Activity and Assessment
The Gift of the Magi Vocabulary Matching Test. 12 critical vocabulary words from the short story by O. Henry. Students write the letter of the definition on the blank in front of the number of the word. Answer key included. Digital Resource and Printable: Includes an Easel Activity ready for learning with digital tools. Assign it online in Google Classroom or use a link in any LMS. Select the pages to use and add your own directions or notes! Helpful for remote teaching in a virtual classroom.
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Christmas Activities BUNDLE - Fun ELA Resources Grades 4 - 7
"The Murders in the Rue Morgue" by Edgar Allan Poe Quiz and Answer Key
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering the short story "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" by Edgar Allan Poe. The quiz may otherwise double as a guided reading handout to facilitate more active engagement with fiction. An answer key and copy of the public domain narrative are provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.)Stu
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Short Stories by Edgar Allan Poe Quiz and Close Reading Bundle (Volume 2)
"Rules of the Game" by Amy Tan Quiz and Answer Key for High School
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering the short story "Rules of the Game" by Amy Tan. The resource may double as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate active engagement with the narrative. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.)Students will demonstrate knowledge of the followin
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â "Rules of the Game" by Amy Tan Quiz and Close Reading Activities Bundle
"The Little Mermaid" by Hans Christian Andersen Quiz and Answer Key (Printable)
For many high school readers, age-appropriate fantasy and fairy tale fiction are genres that maximize engagement with literature. With this multiple choice, plot-based assessment on "The Little Mermaid" by Hans Christian Andersen, English teachers will promote homework accountability, measure general reading comprehension, and save valuable time without sacrificing quality in the classroom. An answer key and copy of the public domain short story are included. Materials are delivered in printable
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Fantasy Fiction Short Story Activities Bundle for High School Readers
"The Masque of the Red Death" by Edgar Allan Poe Quiz and Answer Key (Printable)
Evaluate reading comprehension, promote homework accountability, and save valuable time with this printable quiz on the Gothic short story "The Masque of the Red Death" by Edgar Allan Poe. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. Additionally, a self-grading Easel Assessment is included. Learn more about Easel Assessments here. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.)Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following:The pr
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9th - 12th
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"By the Waters of Babylon" by Stephen Vincent Benet Quiz and Answer Key
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering Stephen Vincent Benet's short story titled "By the Waters of Babylon." The assessment may double as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate active engagement with fiction. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.)Students will demonstrate knowled
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9th - 12th
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"Spunk" by Zora Neale Hurston Quiz and Answer Key for High School (Printable)
"Spunk" by Zora Neale Hurston is a short story marked by the hubris of a self-assured man who has an affair with a meeker man's wife—a decision that leads to his demise. This plot-based quiz covering the short story helps English teachers promote homework accountability and evaluate general reading comprehension—while eliminating take-home assessment planning responsibilities. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in a zip file containing editable Word Documents and printable PDFs.
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9th - 12th
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"Charles" by Shirley Jackson Quiz and Answer Key for High School (Printable)
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering the short story "Charles" by Shirley Jackson. The resource may double as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate active engagement with the narrative. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.)Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following a
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8th - 12th
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"Thank You, Ma'am" by Langston Hughes Quiz and Answer Key (Printable)
For many middle and high school readers, realistic and young adult fiction are genres that maximize relatability and engagement with literature. "Thank You, Ma'am" by Langston Hughes is a short story involving socioeconomic struggles, social pressures, the importance of second chances, and the power of empathy and forgiveness. This multiple choice quiz covering "Thank You, Ma'am" helps English teachers promote homework accountability, evaluate reading comprehension, and save time at home without
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6th - 12th
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"Rapunzel" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz and Answer Key (Printable)
Fairy tales are not just for elementary students; even high school readers can use (and enjoy) fairy tales as a tool for measuring general reading comprehension. This multiple choice quiz covers "Rapunzel" by the Brothers Grimm. With an estimated Lexile Measure range of 1010-1200, the short story is especially suitable for middle and high school students. The briefness of the narrative also makes it an appropriate time-filler for awkward gaps in teaching schedules. An answer key and copy of the
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â "Rapunzel" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz, Close Reading, and Vocabulary Games
"The Stone Boy" by Gina Berriault Quiz and Answer Key for High School
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering Gina Berriault's short story "The Stone Boy." The assessment may double as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate active engagement with fiction. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.)Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following as
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8th - 12th
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"Priscilla and the Wimps" by Richard Peck Quiz and Answer Key (Printable)
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering the short story "Priscilla and the Wimps" by Richard Peck. The resource may double as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate active engagement with the narrative. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.)Students will demonstrate knowledge of th
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8th - 12th
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"The Storyteller" by Saki Quiz and Answer Key for High School (Printable)
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering Saki's short story titled "The Storyteller." The assessment may double as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate active engagement with fiction. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.) Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspec
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â "The Storyteller" by Saki Quiz, Close Reading, and Vocabulary Games Bundle
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