"The Wolf and the Seven Young Goats" Quiz and Close Reading Worksheet Bundle
Evaluate general reading comprehension and sharpen critical thinking skills with this bundle of materials for teaching a classic short story by the Brothers Grimm: "The Wolf and the Seven Young Goats." A plot-based quiz, a close reading analysis worksheet, the public domain fairy tale, and answer keys are provided. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alternatively, a Google Drive bundle option is available.) By engaging with these materials, students will:
Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly
Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings
Discern the intended effects of the author's word choices and narrative techniques
Determine the function of a given excerpt
Consider the tone of a given excerpt
Explore how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop
Apply knowledge of literary devices including aphorism, invective, onomatopoeia, situational irony, and more
Isolate an example of figurative language
Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence
Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision
Come to class better prepared to discuss works of fiction
This resource may facilitate small-group discussions in which students decode language and pose/respond to questions relating to plot, broad topics, and character development. Using this resource for structured guidance, students will improve their ability to present information, conclusions, and supporting textual evidence clearly and convincingly.
Resources are available for teaching short stories of various genres:
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Evaluate general reading comprehension and sharpen critical thinking skills with this bundle of materials for teaching a classic short story by the Brothers Grimm: "The Wolf and the Seven Young Goats." A plot-based quiz, a close reading analysis worksheet, the public domain fairy tale, and answer keys are provided.
