Transcript The Ransom of Red Chief

The Ransom of Red Chief
Test Review
Comprehension Questions
1.
Why did Bill and Sam need two thousand
dollars?
2.
What is the first clue that the kidnapping
might not turn out as Bill and Sam planned?
1. They were planning to swindle land.
2. The boy throws a brick when he is
offered candy and a ride from Bill.
3. Hyperactive, creative, mean, a bully
4.He thinks he is on a camping trip. He
3.
4.
Describe Red Chief
How does Red Chief feel about being
kidnapped?
enjoys it because he gets to do things
he normally can’t at home.
5.
Who do you believe is in charge of the
situation in the cave: Bill, Sam, or Red
Chief? Explain your answer.
5. Red Chief. The Kidnappers are afraid of
6.
Why does Mr. Dorset ask the kidnappers for
money?
him.
6.He knows his son is impossible and he
must be driving them crazy.
Vocabulary: Match the correct definition with the term on the left-hand side.
1. Collaborate
2.Commend
3. Comply
4.Diatribe
5. Impudent
6.Proposition
7. Provisions
8.Ransom
A. To praise
B.A suggested plan
C.To act according to a plan or request
D.Necessary supplies, especially food
E.Bold and disrespectful
F. To work together on a project
G.Payment demanded for the release
of a person or property
H.Verbal attack; harsh criticism
Vocabulary Answers
1. F
2. A
3. C
4. H
5. E
6. B
7. D
8. G
Plot and Conflict
1. What are the five stages of plot.
2. List the two major types of conflict.
3. What categories of conflict fall under these two types?
character vs. ?
Study!
1. Study your vocabulary
2. Look over the note sheet on plot and conflict
3. What is irony?