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STUDY GUIDE THE

PRINCE AND THE PAUPER MARK TWAIN

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STUDY GUIDE THE

PRINCE AND THE PAUPER MARK TWAIN

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The Count of Monte Cristo Gulliver’s Travels The Hound of the Baskervilles The Jungle Book The Last of the Mohicans Oliver T wist The Prince and the Pauper The Three Musketeers

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CONTENTS Notes to the Teacher.......................... 4 Facts About the Author ..................... 5 Facts About the Characters ............... 5 Facts About the Times....................... 6 Chapter Summaries ........................... 7 Answer Key ...................................... 9 Literary Glossary ............................ 12 CHAPTER EXERCISES

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

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Inference, Ch. 8 ...................... 29 Comprehension Check, Ch. 8 ... 30 Words and Meanings, Ch. 9 ... 31 Personalizing the Story, Ch. 9... 32 Drawing Conclusions, Ch. 9 .. 33 Words and Meanings, Ch. 10 ... 34 Descriptive Language, Ch. 10 .. 35 Who and Where, Ch. 10 ......... 36 Recalling Details, Ch. 10 ........ 37

Synonyms /Antonyms, Ch. 1 .... 14 Words and Meanings, Ch. 1 ... 15

END-OF-BOOK EXERCISES

Words and Meanings, Ch. 2 ... 16

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Character Study, Ch. 2............ 17 Words and Meanings, Ch. 3 ... 18

Book Sequence ....................... 38 Final Exam, Part 1 .................. 39 Final Exam, Part 2 .................. 40

Drawing Conclusions, Ch. 3 .. 19 Words and Meanings, Ch. 4 ... 20

UNIVERSAL EXERCISES

Who and Where, Ch. 4 ........... 21

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Words and Meanings, Ch. 5 ... 22 Comprehension Check, Ch. 5 ... 23 Words and Meanings, Ch. 6 ... 24 Recalling Details, Ch. 6.......... 25 Words and Meanings, Ch. 7 ... 26 Sequence of Events, Ch. 7 ...... 27 Words and Meanings, Ch. 8 ... 28

Beyond the Text ..................... 41 Plot Study ............................... 42 Theme Analysis ...................... 43 Character Study ...................... 44 Vocabulary Study ................... 45 Glossary Study ....................... 46 Book Review, Part 1 ............... 47 Book Review, Part 2 .............. 48

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SADDLEBACK CLASSICS

NOTES TO THE TEACHER THE NOVELS

Saddleback Classics were expressly designed to help students with limited reading ability gain access to some of the world’s greatest literature. While retaining the essence and stylistic “flavor” of the original, each Saddleback Classic has been expertly adapted to a reading level that never exceeds grade 4.0. A perfect introduction to later, more indepth investigations of the original works, Saddleback Classics utilize a number of strategies to ensure the involvement of reluctant readers: airy, uncomplicated page design, shortened sentences, easyreading type style, elimination of archaic words and spellings, shortened total book length, and handsome illustrations. THE STUDY GUIDES

The Saddleback Classics Study Guides provide a wealth of reproducible support materials to help students extend the learning experience. Features include critical background notes on both the author and the times, character descriptions, chapter summaries, and eight “universal” exercises—focusing on plot, theme, character, vocabulary, important literary terms, and book report structure. All may be used to follow up the reading of any Saddleback Classic novel. In addition to the universal exercises, 26 title-specific exercises are included to review, test, or enrich the student’s grasp of important vocabulary and concepts. These enjoyable worksheets, all reproducible, are designed to be used 4

chapter-by-chapter as the student’s reading of the novel proceeds. At least two exercises are provided for each book chapter. One of the two always focuses on key vocabulary. The other may be a simple comprehension check or present an important literary concept such as character analysis, point of view, inference, or figurative language. A twopage final exam is also included in every Saddleback Classics Study Guide. USING THE STUDY GUIDES

Before assigning any of the reproducible exercises, be sure your students each have a personal copy of the Glossary and the Facts About the Author and About the Times. Students will need to be familiar with many of the literary terms in order to complete the worksheets. The Facts About the Author and About the Times lend themselves to any number of writing, art, or research projects you may wish to assign. The title-specific exercises may be used as a springboard for class discussions or role-playing. Alternatively, you may wish to assign some exercises as homework and others as seatwork during the closing minutes of a class period. All exercises in this Guide are designed to accommodate independent study as well as group work. The occasional assignment of study partners or competitive teams often enhances interest and promotes creativity.

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FACTS ABOUT THE AUTHOR

MARK TWAIN (1835–1910) In 1835, Samuel Langhorne Clemens, better known as Mark Twain, was born in Florida, Missouri. He later moved to the town of Hannibal on the Mississippi River. He adopted the name Mark Twain from his days as a riverman on Mississippi River steamboats. It is said that the term “mark twain” referred to a certain measurement of safe water. He traveled extensively around the United States, finding work as a typesetter, prospector, and journalist. In 1865, he published a tall tale called “The Jumping Frog of Calaveras County” under the name Mark Twain. Twain is best known for his tales of the Mississippi River adventures of Tom Sawyer (1876) and Huckleberry Finn (1884), stories that continue to stir up controversy a hundred years after they were written.

The Prince and the Pauper, published in 1881, was a different kind of story for Twain. It’s a historical novel about the British monarchy set in England about 500 years ago. Yet the story contains some of Twain’s favorite themes—the wisdom of a simple genius and the inhumanity of a culture and government that overlooks the downtrodden. Twain married Olivia Langdon, his chief editor and critic, and they had four children. Sadly, only Clara, one of their three daughters, outlived her parents. Twain was plagued by these tragedies, as well as health problems and financial troubles, toward the end of his life. He died in 1910. To this day he remains America’s most beloved novelist.

FACTS ABOUT THE CHARACTERS PRINCE EDWARD

FR. ANDREW

The son of King Henry VIII; pampered and sheltered by his royal birth, he feels deprived of a carefree childhood

The gentle priest who befriends, tutors, and tries to protect young Tom; suffers for his efforts

TOM CANTY

MILES HENDON

Born into a poor family with a violent father, Tom is wise beyond his years and daydreams of being a prince

The loner who rescues the young beggar and good-naturedly goes along with the boy’s claim to be the King of England

JOHN CANTY

HUGH HENDON

Tom’s violent and abusive father

The greedy older brother of Miles, who cheats him out of the family estate 5

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FACTS ABOUT THE TIMES In 1835, when Mark Twain was born . . . Martin Van Buren is the eighth president of the United states…the Alamo falls to the Mexican Army, inspiring the U.S. Army to “Remember the Alamo!”…the second Seminole War begins in Florida territory…Hans Christian Andersen publishes his beloved collection of fairy tales, including The Emperor’s New Clothes and The Princess and the Pea…P.T. Barnum first goes on the road with his traveling carnival… Delmonico’s restaurant in New York introduces a new American delicacy, the “Hamburg steak.” In 1881, when The Prince and the Pauper was published . . . President Garfield is assassinated in his first year in office, only four months before the Russian ruler Aleksandr II is also assassinated…notorious outlaw Billy the Kid is killed at a shootout at the OK Corral in Arizona territory…a Cuban physician makes the connection between

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mosquitoes and the spread of yellow fever…a railroad between New Orleans and San Francisco links east and west, ushering in a decade of tremendous railway expansion in the United States…the Tuskeegee Institute is founded in Alabama by Booker T. Washington…the Red Cross is founded by Civil War nurse Clara Barton…the Impressionist art movement gains momentum with Renoir’s celebrated painting “Luncheon of the Boating Party.” In 1910, when Mark Twain died . . . Taft is the 27th American president… the U.S. population reaches 92 million… South Africa proclaims its independence from Britain…the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is founded in New York as the Great Migration brings two million African-Americans from the South to the North…the Boy Scouts and the Camp Fire Girls are founded…Father’s Day is first celebrated as an official holiday.

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CHAPTER SUMMARIES CHAPTER 1

The story is set in London, England, around 500 years ago. Two boys were born on the same day. One was born to royalty and named Edward, Prince of Wales. The other, Tom Canty, was born into a poor family and thus had to endure many of poverty’s hardships in his sad life on Offal Court. His dreams of being a prince lead him to Westminster, where harsh treatment by the castle guard brings him to the attention of the young prince inside the gates. When Edward and Tom get to talking, they discover that each envies the life of the other. To Tom, the life of royalty is blessedly free of the poverty and cruel violence that defines his everyday existence. To Edward, a life outside the castle walls represents freedom from his royal responsibilities and confinement. They decide to swap clothes. CHAPTER 2

Edward, in Tom’s clothes, is thrown out on the streets where he receives common mistreatment and humiliation. When he claims to be the prince, he is only mocked and jeered at. Even Tom’s father believes that Edward is his son. For the first time, Edward begins to see the harsh realities of life outside the palace walls. At the same time, Tom is learning that royal life is not what he imagained. Impersonating the prince is frightening, but when he insists he is not the true prince, everyone in the palace worries that

the prince has lost his mind. This only increases the impatient king’s desire to execute the Great Marshall Norfolk so that the prince’s title can be made secure by another official title. CHAPTER 3

Tom makes many awkward mistakes in trying to act as a prince, yet he finds comfort in the friendship of the princesses. He is also fortunate to come upon a book which explains the rules and customs of royalty. That night he is decked out in a golden robe and jewels. Young Tom is amazed and thrilled to find himself surrounded by such splendor and adoration. CHAPTER 4

As John Canty beats the poor prince, Fr. Andrew rushes in to protect the boy and is dealt a fatal blow. When the prince arrives at Tom’s home on Offal Court insisting he is royalty, Tom’s mother finds that this seemingly familiar child does not have her son’s reflexes. Her doubts increase. Dragged off again by John Canty, Edward sees a crowd gathered at Guild Hall to announce that the king is dead. He knows now that he is king, but the impostor Tom is recognized as the king instead. Edward protests at the door that he is the true king. A friendly stranger named Miles Hendon protects the boy from the jeers of the crowd. Inside the hall, Tom gives his first order as the supposed king: He decrees that the rule of blood is over, and the life of Lord Norfolk will be spared. 7

CHAPTER 5

CHAPTER 8

Desperate to reclaim his rightful position as king, poor Edward barely has any time to grieve for his father. Fortunately, Miles Hendon stands up for him against John Canty. He shelters the boy at his rented room on London Bridge. Hendon good-naturedly humors the boy as he is commanded to do this and that by the young king. But then the boy disappears!

More troubles! Edward is brought before a judge and charged with trying to steal a poor woman’s pig. The woman says her pig is worth less than it is to spare Edward’s life. But in reward for her compassion she is cheated by the constable. Happily, quick-thinking Miles uses the officer’s action to benefit Edward, and the officer agrees to look the other way while Edward escapes. Miles leads Edward to his family estate at Hendon Hall, where he is sure they will find refuge. But to his horror, Miles discovers his father and kind brother are both dead. His evil brother Hugh has laid claim to the estate. Worse yet— Hugh has married Miles’s true love and cruelly enslaved her! She warns Miles to leave immediately, but it’s too late— officers arrive to take Miles and Edward off to prison.

CHAPTER 6

When Tom awakens, he is sure that this must all have been a dream. But then, the words “your majesty” bring it all back. He feels captive on his first day as king. But after the young whipping-boy gives Tom some pointers on royal customs, he feels more confident. As the day goes on, Tom makes compassionate decisions and grows more accustomed to royal ways.

CHAPTER 9 CHAPTER 7

Meanwhile, Miles Hendon searches for his confused little friend, who has been dragged off to join John Canty’s thieving band of outlaws. Edward escapes only to face more danger and trials. He is relieved when an old hermit believes he is the king. But as it turns out, the hermit has a grudge against Edward’s father and tries to kill the young king. Edward is saved from the hermit, but he is thrown back with the Canty gang. Thankfully, Miles Hendon shows up just in time to defend him when he is unjustly accused of stealing.

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Long days pass while Miles and Edward remain imprisoned. After two kindly women who befriended Edward are burned at the stake, Edward vows to end such injustice when he takes his place as king. Finally, Miles and Edward are sentenced and punished. Miles offers to take a whipping for Edward, and Edward is overcome by his noble generosity. Homeless, Miles wants to head back to London to plead his case before the king. Edward joins him enthusiastically. In the crush of bodies celebrating the coming Coronation Day, the two unfortunately become separated.

CHAPTER 10

Finally, justice is served! Just as Tom is about to be crowned, Edward bursts in. Tom agreeably says the crown rightfully belongs to this bedraggled-looking boy, and the court is confused about what to do. Then the Lord Protector remembers that only the true king will know where the Great Seal is hidden. Wracking his brain (and with Tom’s help), Edward reveals where the missing seal can be

found. When it is located at last, he is proclaimed the rightful king. The new King of England rewards all the people who treated him kindly when he appeared as a commoner. And he punishes all those who behaved badly. Although his was a short reign, Edward was known for the compassionate, just ways he had learned from his harsh experiences among the common people of England.

ANSWER KEY 1 SYNONYMS /ANTONYMS: C HAPTER 1

5 WORDS AND MEANINGS: C HAPTER 3

A. 1. rich 2. commoners 3. wrong 4. tardy 5. cheerful 6. disappoint B. 1. arrival 2. dirty 3. difficult 4. fighting 5. favorite

A. proper, royal, princesses, dismiss, official, mighty 1. proper 2. royal 3. princesses 4. dismiss 5. Official 6. mighty B. 1. with 2. were 3. worn 4. aloud 5. ways 6. filled

2 WORDS AND MEANINGS: C HAPTER 1 A. ACROSS : 1. salute 3. Latin 4. trade 5. sword DOWN: 2. tribe 3. lords B. 1. wrapped 2. yearned 3. impressed 4. shout 5. enjoy 6. cruelly 7. hang 8. royalty

3 WORDS AND MEANINGS: C HAPTER 2 A.

H O M E L E S S

E T R I C K

V F E P T D

I R T E H E I R

T E L G R A N T

P N E A O T N

A C H C N H

C H S

E L A S D

B. 1. captive 2. orphans 3. trick 4. cage 5. death 6. lad 7. heir 8. shelter 9. throne

4 CHARACTER STUDY: C HAPTER 2 A. 1. stern, much-feared 2. shocked, bruised 3. uncertain, fearful 4. drunken, violent B. 1. F 2. F 3. T 4. F 5. T C. 1. Prince Edward, King Henry VIII 2. King Henry VIII 3. John Canty 4. Tom

6 DRAWING CONCLUSIONS: C HAPTER 3 A. 1. b 2. a 3. c 4. e 5. d B. 1. b 2. a

7 WORDS AND MEANINGS: C HAPTER 4 A. 1. 5. B. 1. 4.

raps 2. hag 3. meddle 4. treason law 6. pigs Lad 2. cheating 3. gleeful protective 5. shock

8 WHO AND WHERE: C HAPTER 4 Answers should approximate: 1. John Canty lost his temper and hit Fr. Andrew on the head with a club. 2. When Tom Canty’s mother tested the boy, her doubts increased. 3. The twins stroked Edward’s hair as he fell asleep in the Canty home. 4. John Canty fled from the charge of murdering Fr. Andrew. 5. Miles Hendon raised his sword to protect Prince Edward from the jeering crowd. 6. After the death of King Henry VIII, a disguised Tom Canty was proclaimed to be England’s new king. 7. Tom Canty’s first decision as king was to spare the life of Lord Norfolk. 8. The crowd cried, “King Henry VIII’s rule of blood has ended!”

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9 WORDS AND MEANINGS: C HAPTER 5 A. ACROSS : 1. knight 4. terror 6. gallant 7. Bridge DOWN: 2. humor 3. noble 5. snake B. 1. gallant 2. humor 3. terror 4. knight 5. bridge 6. noble 7. snake

10 COMPREHENSION CHECK: C HAPTER 5 Answers should approximate: 1. King Henry VIII was considered a terror for his “rule of blood.” 2. Edward was now the King of England. 3. London Bridge was like a town in itself, with shops and an inn right on the bridge. 4. Prince Edward expected Hendon to pour water for him and serve him, and insisted Hendon not sit in his presence. 5. His younger brother Hugh could be a problem, Miles thought, because Hugh was spoiled and “fox-hearted.” 6. Miles willingly went along with Edward’s insistence that he was the king even though Miles did not believe this—he poured his wash-water, acted as Edward’s waiter, and showed him all the respect due a king. 7. Edward made Miles Hendon a knight.

11 WORDS AND MEANINGS: C HAPTER 6 A.

N I A R T S

B. 1. 5. 8. C. 1. 4.

M W H I P E A

P U Z A G E J T A E L A E P M U V A G

Z S W R S R E

L E O M P G I R T E R Y

whip 2. woe 3. strain 4. majesty empire 6. wages 7. trumpet savagery trumpet 2. wages 3. Great Seal savagery 5. Your Majesty

12 RECALLING DETAILS: C HAPTER 6 Answers should approximate: 1. It took three royal servants to dress the king: the Chief Steward of the Household, the Second Gentleman of the Bedchamber, and the Hairdresser-Royal. 2. Tom was shocked to learn that huge sums of money were still unpaid, and that all the king’s 1,200 servants had money owed to them. (Either answer) 3. The unpleasant visitor was the prince’s older sister, the woman history would someday call “Bloody Mary.” 4. If Prince Edward made a mistake in his studies, the whipping-boy would be beaten. 5. Tom told Humphrey he could be his whipping-boy forever so that Humphrey would always have a job to care for his family, but he would never be beaten.

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6. Tom let the prisoner go free because he believed he was innocent. 7. Humphrey told Tom about proper manners, and Hertford told Tom what to say. Tom also felt more confident because he was making good, thoughtful decisions as king.

13 WORDS AND MEANINGS: C HAPTER 7 A. 1. 4. 7. B. 1. 4. C. 1.

disguised 2. fetch 3. filthy suspected 5. branded 6. snatched escape cuddled 2. amazed 3. sleepily fought 5. fade 6. revenge d 2. e 3. a 4. c 5. b

14 SEQUENCE OF EVENTS: C HAPTER 7 1. fire / 3 2. barn/ 2 3. ruffler/ 5 4. coin / 6 5. calf / 7 6. bundle / 11 7. sword/13 8. hermit / 9 9. mooncalves / 4 10. Bridge /1 11. revenge /10 12. wrists / 8 13. lesson / 12

15 WORDS AND MEANINGS: C HAPTER 8 A. 1. 8. B. 1. 4.

g 2. j 3. e 4. d 5. b 6. a 7. f c 9. h 10. i talkative 2. trusting 3. optimistic colorful 5. verify

16 INFERENCE: C HAPTER 8 1. b 2. c 3. a 4. c 5. a

17 COMPREHENSION CHECK: C HAPTER 8 1. b 2. a 3. a 4. c 5. b 6. a

18 WORDS AND MEANINGS: C HAPTER 9 A. ACROSS : 3. sixth 4. mob 5. master 6. witches DOWN: 1. bitter 2. mount 3. stake B. 1. bitter 2. witches 3. master 4. Sixth 5. mount 6. mob 7. stake

19 PERSONALIZING THE STORY: CHAPTER 9 Answers will vary.

20 DRAWING CONCLUSIONS: C HAPTER 9 A. 1. d 2. a 3. b 4. e 5. c B. 1. b 2. a 3. b

21 WORDS AND MEANINGS: C HAPTER 10 A. ACROSS : 1. armor 4. govern 6. scoundrel 8. buzz DOWN: 2. robe 3. crown 5. forbid 7. earl B. 1. Earl 2. forbid 3. govern 4. scoundrel 5. robe 6. buzz 7. crown 8. armor

22 DESCRIPTIVE LANGUAGE: C HAPTER 10 1. b 2. a 3. b 4. b 5. a 6. b 7. a

23 WHO AND WHERE: C HAPTER 10 1. Miles Hendon shall become the Earl of Kent. 2. Tom Canty shall become the King’s Ward. 3. Tom Canty shall be made governor of Christ’s Hospital. 4. John Canty is ordered to be hung, if Tom and the law will it. 5. Lord St. John shall continue as Lord Protector. 6. The rule of King Edward VI will be hereafter known as a gentle one for such harsh times. 7. Decreed from the throne at Westminster by His Highness.

24 RECALLING DETAILS: C HAPTER 10 1. T 2. F 3. F 4. F 5. T 6. T 7. F 8. F 9. T 10. T 11. F 12. T 13. F

25 BOOK SEQUENCE 1. hermit / 8 2. pig /9 3. Seal / 12 4. blood/ 7 5. fall/ 1 6. sword /6 7. club / 5 8. gates/ 2 9. coronation/ 11 10. gentleness/ 14 11. Poverty/ 3 12. witches/ 10 13. robe / 13 14. streets / 4

26 FINAL EXAM, Part 1 1. c 2. c 3. d 4. d FINAL EXAM, Part 2 Answers should approximate: 1. From his experience on the streets, Edward learned to be more just and understanding. 2. Miles stood up for Edward, humored Edward’s claim to be a king, took a whipping for Edward, and decided not to press charges against his brother (any two). 3. Christ’s Hospital was an orphanage, and King Edward vowed to provide the residents with knowledge as well as food and shelter; Tom Canty was made governor. 4. He resolved to change the laws and save people’s lives. 5. Tom had been educated by Father Andrew and was naturally wise and kind. 6. A good name might be “the rule of gentleness.”

27–33 Answers will vary.

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SADDLEBACK CLASSICS

LITERARY GLOSSARY action what happens in a story; the acts or events that take place The war story was full of battle action.

author the writer of a book, story, article, etc. Ernest Hemingway was an American author.

author’s purpose the author’s specific goal or reason for writing a certain book In that novel, the author’s purpose was to make readers laugh.

character a fictional person who plays a part in a story or novel Long John Silver is an important character in Treasure Island.

classic excellent artwork, novel, painting, symphony, etc. that remains popular over many years Norman Mailer’s The Naked and the Dead has become an American classic.

climax the outcome of the novel’s main conflict The capture of the criminal was the climax of the detective story.

conflict The struggle between characters or forces at the center of the story The conflict was resolved when the suspect confessed.

description the parts of a story or novel that tell about the appearance of the setting or characters His description of the Alps was breathtaking.

dialogue words spoken by the characters in a novel, story, or play The dialogue in that comedy is very witty and amusing.

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effect in literature, an impression created by the writer Murder mysteries often create a suspenseful, chilling effect.

event a specific occurrence; something that happens A plane crash is the first event in that adventure novel.

fiction a literary work in which the plot and characters are the products of the author’s imagination Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is a popular work of fiction.

imagery figures of speech that help the reader to visualize the characters or setting; pictures in words In Stephen Crane’s imagery, the color of blood suggests courage.

introduction a short reading that presents and explains a novel; sometimes the first part of a novel that sets the scene The introduction to Frankenstein is in the form of a letter.

mood the overall feeling or atmosphere the author creates in a story or novel The author’s skillful use of language created a dismal, hopeless mood.

moral the instructive point of a story or novel; the lesson to be drawn by the reader The moral of the story is to choose your friends carefully.

motive the driving force, either internal or external, that makes a character do something What was the character’s motive for lying?

narrator, narration the character who tells the story in his or her own words; the telling of a story’s events Jim Hawkins is both the narrator of and a character in Treasure Island.

novel a long form of fictional literature with a complex plot The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is one of the greatest American novels.

pace the speed at which a story or novel develops and moves along The pace of the rescue scene was very fast and exciting.

passage a section of a written work; may include just one line or several paragraphs My favorite passage described the character’s childhood.

plot the chain of events in a story that leads to its outcome The war novel’s plot is packed with action.

point of view the mental position from which a character sees the events of the story unfold The character’s great wealth influenced his point of view about the poor.

quotation a passage quoted; the exact words spoken by a character; the words set off between quotation marks “It was a season of hope. It was a season of despair,” is a famous quotation from A Tale of Two Cities.

realism the author’s emphasis on showing life as it really is, not romanticized or idealized

sequence the order in which story events take place To solve the crime, the detective must determine the exact sequence of events.

setting where and when a story happens; the location and time The setting of A Christmas Carol is London in the mid-1800s.

style the special way a writer uses language to express both literary form and his or her own life experience Ernest Hemingway’s style is famous for his use of short sentences and easy-to-understand words.

symbol a person or thing that stands for, or represents, something else In Hawthorne’s famous novel, the scarlet letter is a symbol for adultery.

theme the central meaning of a story, play, or novel; the main idea, the point Ambition and revenge are common themes in Shakespeare’s plays.

tone the feeling given by the author’s voice; the attitude expressed by the author’s use of language Is the tone of her dialogue humorous or formal?

voice the author’s unique way of telling a story; a combination of personality and use of literary tools; the quality that sets one writer apart from other writers Mark Twain’s colorful voice is not hard to recognize.

Stephen Crane used great realism in describing the sights and sounds of battle.

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Chapter

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SYNONYMS/ANTONYMS NAME

DATE

A. Remember that the prince and the pauper were opposites. Words that are opposites are called antonyms. Draw a line from each word on the left to its antonym on the right. 1. poor

commoners

2. nobility

wrong

3. right

rich

4. prompt

cheerful

5. gloomy

tardy

6. impress

disappoint

B. Notice the boldfaced word in each sentence. Then circle the synonym (word that means the same) in the word group below. 1. All of England had awaited the birth of Edward, Prince of Wales. death

arrival

return

swap

2. Offal Court was a filthy street near London Bridge. tidy

busy

dirty

sparkling

3. Tom had a wretched life. fixed

difficult

easy

envious

4. Days on Offal Court were filled with begging and brawling. playing

trading

fighting

compromising

5. Poor Tom’s fondest wish had come true! favorite

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last

hopeless

wisest

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WORDS AND MEANINGS NAME

DATE

A. Use the clues to complete the crossword puzzle. ACROSS

1. The guard raised his hand to his forehead and said, “I ___ your highness.”

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3. The language Father Andrew taught Tom was ___. 4. Tom and Edward agreed to ___ clothes. 5. Prince Edward carried a jeweled ___ at his hip.

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2. In the story, the extended Canty family or clan is called a ___. 3. Men of the nobility are called ___.

B. Circle a word to correctly complete each sentence. 1. The paupers’ child lay ( wrapping / wrapped ) in rags. 2. Tom ( yearned / yearning ) to see a real prince. 3. Tom’s fancy speech ( impressive / impressed ) the people of Offal Court. 4. Tom saw a sight that made him ( shouted / shout ) for joy. 5. “It’s worth my father’s kingdom to ( enjoy / enjoyed ) such things!” cried Edward. 6. Prince Edward thought the guard treated Tom very ( cruel / cruelly ). 7. “You shall ( hang / hung ) for laying a hand upon me!” shouted the prince. 8. The prince’s fancy clothes were those of ( royal / royalty ).

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2

WORDS AND MEANINGS NAME

DATE

A. Circle the hidden words. They may go up, down, across, backward, or diagonally. Check off each word as you find it. ___ HOMELESS

___ TRICK

___ SHELTER

___ THRONE

___ ORPHANS

___ HEIR

___ FRENCH

___ GRANT

___ CAPTIVE

___ DEATH

___ CAGE

___ LAD

H O M E L E S S

E T R I C K A O

V F E P T D F L

I R T E H E I R

T E L G R A N T

P N E A O T N G

A C H C N H B S

C H S P E L A D

B. Use words from the puzzle to complete the sentences. 1. Tom feared he might be held __________________ in the castle. 2. Christ’s Church was a home for __________________. 3. The king thought his son was trying to __________________ him by acting so strangely. 4. Life inside the castle was like being trapped in a golden ______________. 5. King Henry VIII ordered that the Duke of Norfolk be put to __________________ by execution. 6. A common British term for a boy or young man is __________________ . 7. Prince Edward was the son and _________________ of Henry VIII. 8. “When I am king, the poor shall not have bread and __________________ only,” thought Edward. 9. In a beautiful room, the king sat on a velvet __________________. 16

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A. Circle two words that could be used to describe each character. 1. King Henry VIII stern

clean-shaven

slight

much-feared

benevolent

2. Prince Edward happy-go-lucky

shocked

evil

bruised

serene

3. Tom Canty confident

uncertain

manipulative

fearful

carefree

4. John Canty considerate

quiet

drunken

tender

violent

B. Write T if the statement is true and F if the statement is false. 1. ___ King Henry VIII was confident about his son’s mental health. 2. ___ Tom was certain he could fool the king. 3. ___ Prince Edward was astounded to see how the poor lived. 4. ___ John Canty respectfully led the disguised prince to Offal Court. 5. ___ None of the common people believed Edward when he said he was the prince.

C. Complete the sentences with the names of the characters listed in Part A. 1. ____________________ and his father ____________________ had a loving relationship. 2. His Majesty ____________________ rested his swollen leg on a pillow. 3. ____________________ threatened to break every bone in the boy’s body. 4. Playing with the sword and dagger was great fun, thought _____________________. Saddleback Educational Publishing © 2001 • Three Watson, Irvine, CA 92618 • Phone: (888) 735-2225 • Fax: (888) 734-4010 • www.sdlback.com

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A. First unscramble the words in the box. Then use the words to complete the sentences. E P P R RO

_____________________

LYO R A

____________________

N I S E S P R E C S __________________

S M I D S SI

AFLOCIFI

IHYTGM ____________________

_____________________

___________________

1. It is not respectful or ______________________ to sit in the presence of royalty. 2. Lord St. John had received a ______________________ command from the king. 3. Tom was greatly comforted by the friendliness of the two ______________________. 4. Tom needed to formally ______________________ the servants before they could leave. 5. The king gave the ______________________ Seal to the prince for safekeeping. 6. “Make way for the high and ______________________ Lord Edward, Prince of Wales!”

B. Circle a word to correctly complete each sentence. 1. Tom made a sign ( of / with ) his hands to send the servants away. 2. Lady Elizabeth and Lady Jane Grey ( were / was ) announced. 3. Tom was ( worn / weared ) out with effort and worry. 4. “Do not say such a thing ( loud / aloud )!” said Lord Hertford. 5. All the ( way / ways ) of royalty seemed strange to Tom. 6. No one asked why Tom ( fill / filled ) his pockets with nuts after dinner. 18

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A. Read the story events on the left. Then write a letter to show what Tom concludes about each event. 1. _____ Tom makes a sign with his hands as instructed by Lord Hertford.

a. Tom realizes he must stop trying to convince them he is truly a pauper.

2. _____ Lord Hertford reads the king’s command to never speak of lowly birth.

b. Tom learns the servants must be formally dismissed by him.

3. _____ The Royal Taster ensures that the prince’s food is not poisoned.

c. Tom feels a dog would be more useful for this purpose.

4. _____ Tom notices the wonderful pieces of armor on the wall.

d. Tom is astounded at how far he has come from Offal Court.

5. _____ Tom steps into view wearing a bejeweled satin jacket and golden robe.

e. In private, Tom has fun playing the part of royalty.

B. Circle a letter to correctly answer each question. 1. The king learns that the prince knows nothing about the Great Seal. What does he conclude from this? a. that the boy is keeping its location a secret for safety’s sake b. that the prince has clearly lost his mind 2. “No two boys could look so much the same,” Lord St. John whispered to himself, “and even if they did, they could never be put in one another’s place!” What does St. John conclude from this observation? a. that the true prince has gone mad b. that this must be a clever impostor

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A. Use a word from the box to complete each sentence. meddle

hag

pigs

raps

treason

law

1. Late one night, the Cantys heard loud ________________ at the door. 2. John Canty snarled at the _________________ and pushed Edward toward her. 3. “I’ll teach you not to __________________ in my affairs!” Canty roared. 4. Edward vowed to see the false prince hanged for ___________________. 5. “You are king, my lord,” said Hertford. “Your word is _______________.” 6. “Let these __________________ do what they will to me,” said Edward bravely.

B. Circle the word that correctly answers each question. 1. Which word is not a proper way to address royalty? Sire

Lord

Lad

Highness

Majesty

2. Which word does not describe what Tom was doing? acting

cheating

pretending

make-believe

impostor

3. Which word does not describe how Tom’s mother felt? worried

doubtful

saddened

gleeful

confused

4. Which word best describes how Miles Hendon felt toward Edward? suspicious

protective

foolish

threatened

disguised

5. Which word best describes how Tom reacts to news of the king’s death? shock 20

coldly

obediently

fearfully

insanely

hasty

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WHO AND WHERE NAME

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Help! The characters and locations in the following sentences are all mixed up! Rewrite the sentences correctly on the lines. 1. Tom Canty lost his temper and hit Miles Hendon on the head with a club. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 2. When Prince Edward’s mother tested the boy, her doubts increased. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 3. The twins stroked Edward’s hair as he fell asleep in his palace suite. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 4. Miles Hendon fled from the charge of murdering Mrs. Canty. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 5. King Henry VIII raised his sword to protect Tom from the jeering crowd. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 6. After the death of Lord St. John, a disguised Father Andrew was proclaimed to be Scotland’s new king. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 7. Prince Edward’s first decision as king was to spare the life of Miles Hendon. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 8. The crowd cried “Prince Edward’s rule of blood has ended!” ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ Saddleback Educational Publishing © 2001 • Three Watson, Irvine, CA 92618 • Phone: (888) 735-2225 • Fax: (888) 734-4010 • www.sdlback.com

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A. Use the clues to complete the crossword puzzle. ACROSS 1

1. “So I have become a ___ in the Kingdom of Dreams,” thought Hendon. 4. The king may have been a ___ to others, but he had been a good father to his son. 6. “You have a ___ way about you,” Edward told Hendon. 7. Hendon and Edward made their way along London ___.

2

K

4

T

3

H

N

R 5 6

S

G

DOWN

2. “Now he believes he is king!” thought Hendon. “Well, I had better ___ him.”

K 7

B

R

3. “Are you from a ___ family?” Edward asked Hendon. 5. “Hugh, the youngest, is a mean-spirited ___,” Miles told Edward.

B. Write the words from the puzzle next to their definitions.

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1. boldly courageous

___________________________

2. to go along with

___________________________

3. overwhelming fear

___________________________

4. medieval soldier

___________________________

5. span

___________________________

6. member of nobility

___________________________

7. reptile

___________________________

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Answer each question in your own words. Write in complete sentences. 1. Prince Edward was filled with grief at the loss of his beloved father. But the public had a harsher opinion of King Henry VIII. Why? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 2. Besides his grief, Edward also felt tremendous pride to hear the shouts of the crowd. Why? ____________________________________________________________ 3. How was London Bridge different from a regular bridge? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 4. Prince Edward—now King Edward—demanded that Miles Hendon follow certain royal customs. Give an example. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 5. When he told Prince Edward about his family, Miles Hendon said one of his brothers “may be a problem.” Which one, and why? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ 6. How did Miles Hendon “humor” Prince Edward? Give examples. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 7. How did Prince Edward reward Miles Hendon for his kindness? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ Saddleback Educational Publishing © 2001 • Three Watson, Irvine, CA 92618 • Phone: (888) 735-2225 • Fax: (888) 734-4010 • www.sdlback.com

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A. Circle the hidden words. They may go up, down, across, backward, or diagonally. Check off each word as you find it. ___ PUZZLE

___ WAGES

___ SAVAGERY

___ EMPIRE

___ WOE

___ WHIP

___ MAJESTY

___ GREAT

___ STRAIN

___ TRUMPET

___ SEAL

B N I A R T S

M W H I P E A

P A V T L P V

U G J A A M A

Z E L E E U G

Z S W R S R E

L O N G C T R

E M P I R E Y

B. Write a puzzle word next to its definition. 1. to beat with a lash

______________________________

2. sadness

______________________________

3. to stretch to the breaking point

______________________________

4. royal title

______________________________

5. a kingdom

______________________________

6. salary paid

______________________________

7. musical instrument

______________________________

8. extreme cruelty

______________________________

C. Use words from the puzzle to answer these questions. 1. What announced the end of the meal?

___________________________

2. All the king’s servants were owed what? 3. What important official tool was missing?

________________________

4. Tom said boiling someone in oil was what?

_______________________

5. How did people address the king?

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_________________________

_______________________________

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Write the answers to the questions. Use complete sentences. 1. How many royal servants did it take to dress the king? Name them. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 2. Why was Tom shocked to learn about the palace finances? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 3. Who was Tom’s unpleasant visitor? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 4. What would happen if Prince Edward made a mistake in his studies? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 5. Why did Tom say Humphrey could be his whipping-boy forever? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 6. Why did Tom let the prisoner go free? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 7. Which two people helped make Tom feel more confident at the formal state dinner? How did they help him? Give examples. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ Saddleback Educational Publishing © 2001 • Three Watson, Irvine, CA 92618 • Phone: (888) 735-2225 • Fax: (888) 734-4010 • www.sdlback.com

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A. Circle the word that correctly completes each sentence. 1. John Canty said that he was not that well ( disguised / suspected ). 2. Hugo went to ( fetch / escape ) Edward from the inn. 3. Edward awoke to the sight of ( faithful / filthy ) tramps. 4. John Canty was ( disguised / suspected ) of killing someone. 5. One tramp was ( mocked / branded ) on his cheek with the letter “S” for slave. 6. The outlaws ( ruffled / snatched ) clothes off clotheslines. 7. When Edward was sent begging, he made his first ( lookout / escape ).

B. Circle the correct form of the word in each sentence. 1. Edward ( cuddled / cuddle ) up to the young calf. 2. The hermit was not ( amazing / amazed ) by Edward’s claim to be king. 3. “Yes, I am king,” the boy murmured ( sleepily / sleepy ). 4. Edward ( fought / fight ) to break the ropes around his ankles and wrists. 5. Sadly, the king heard the voices and footsteps ( fade / faded ) away. 6. Hugo now wanted ( vengeful / revenge ) against Edward.

C. Draw a line to match each word from the story on the left with its antonym (word that means the opposite) on the right.

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1. scowling

a. doomed

2. cozy

b. softly

3. saved

c. encourage

4. threaten

d. smiling

5. loudly

e. uncomfortable

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SEQUENCE OF EVENTS NAME

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First complete the sentences with words from the box. Then number the events to show which happened first, second, and so on. Hint: You will not use all the words in the box. mooncalves

bridge

barn

fire

hearth

hut

revenge

sword

lesson

knife

mercy

bundle

outlaws

ruffler

coin

calf

wrists

hermit

_____

1. The young king awakes to see a gang around a blazing __________________.

_____

2. Hugo leads Edward into an empty __________________.

_____

3. The __________________ sent the outlaws out to beg and steal.

_____

4. Edward stops a man from giving a __________________ to Hugo.

_____

5. What Edward thought was a rope was the tail of a __________________.

_____

6. Edward is accused of stealing a woman’s __________________.

_____

7. Miles flashes his __________________ to save Edward from a beating.

_____

8. John Canty unties Edward to free him from the __________________.

_____

9. The beggars call Edward “King of the __________________!”

_____ 10. Miles Hendon leaves London __________________ in search of Edward. _____ 11. Hugo seeks __________________ against Edward. _____ 12. The hermit ties Edward’s __________________ and ankles. _____ 13. The blacksmith threatens to teach Edward a __________________.

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A. Write the letter that matches each word with its definition. 1. _____ crafty

a. an officer of the law

2. _____ seized

b. to argue against

3. _____ halfpenny

c. seriously

4. _____ swear

d. take an oath of honor

5. _____ protest

e. a British coin

6. _____ constable

f. what something’s worth

7. _____ value

g. clever

8. _____ solemnly

h. whipped

9. _____ flogged

i. too quick

10. _____ hasty

j. took forcefully

B. Draw a line from each word on the left with its antonym (word that means the opposite) on the right.

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1. speechless

colorful

2. suspicious

talkative

3. hopeless

verify

4. pale

optimistic

5. deny

trusting

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Circle a letter to show the implied, but not literally stated, meaning of each sentence from the story. 1. Hendon had forgotten that his young friend had made him a “knight.” a. In the turmoil, Hendon had lost his memory. b. He didn’t take being knighted seriously enough to remember. c. He really didn’t want this honor. 2. “We will go quietly,” Hendon told the officer. a. Hendon knew silence was required by British law. b. The officer’s biggest concern was loud voices. c. Hendon and Edward would cause no more trouble. 3. “Good woman, are you sure that is the true worth?” asked the judge. a. He lets her lower the value to save Edward’s life. b. He questions whether the pig is truly worth all that much. c. He mistrusts the woman’s version of events. 4. When the officer reminded the woman that she’d just sworn the pig was worth eight pence, a. he was afraid she was trying to cheat him. b. he figured she was terribly absent-minded. c. he was trying to cheat the woman out of the pig’s true value. 5. When Lady Edith says, “Even if you were Miles Hendon, he would deny it,” she is trying to tell Miles a. that Hugh will stop at nothing to fulfill his evil desires. b. that Hugh has been mad for some time. c. that she believes Miles is an impostor.

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Circle a letter to correctly answer each question. 1. What was the punishment for stealing anything worth more than 13 pence halfpenny? a. a jail sentence

b. death by hanging

c. a public flogging

2. Why did the woman change her story about what the pig was worth? a. to show mercy

b. she feared prison

c. to sell it to the officer

3. Why did the woman agree to sell the pig for less than it was worth? a. She feared the officer.

b. to save Edward

c. She was crafty.

4. How did Miles Hendon keep Edward from going to jail? a. He broke in, seized Edward, and escaped with him. b. He arranged for Edward to be flogged in public instead of going to jail. c. He said that if Edward was not freed, he would tell on the officer for blackmailing the woman. 5. What happened at Hendon Hall? a. Hugh thought Miles was a ghost. b. Hugh pretended not to know Miles. c. Miles was welcomed with open arms. 6. In medieval England, property passed down to the eldest living son. So, to whom did Hendon Hall rightfully belong? a. Miles

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b. Hugh

c. Arthur

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DATE

A. Use the clues to complete the crossword puzzle. ACROSS 1

3. comes after fifth

B

4. a big, unruly crowd 2

3

M

5. the one in charge 4

6. supernatural women

M 5

DOWN

S

M

E

1. resentful feeling 2. climb up upon

6

W

E

3. place where people are executed by burning

B. Use the words in the puzzle to complete these sentences. 1. Edward was feeling ______________________ about his predicament. 2. The women jailed for their religious beliefs were accused of being ______________________. 3. Hugh was a cruel ______________________ to his wife and servants. 4. The king’s official title was Edward the ______________________. 5. Edward was eager to return to London and ______________________ his throne. 6. Edward and Miles were separated in the midst of the cheering ______________________. 7. The two women who befriended Edward were burned at the ______________________.

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Compare your own thoughts and experiences to those of the characters. Answer the questions in complete sentences. 1. After longing to see his family again, Miles was crushed about the way things turned out. Have you ever experienced an awful disappointment when you were expecting something great? What happened? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 2. To our modern way of thinking, the punishments in medieval England were very severe. What do you consider appropriate punishments for some of the crimes mentioned in the story? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 3. Miles Hendon willingly offered to take a painful whipping in order to spare Edward the beating. Have you ever heard of anyone acting so selflessly? What was the story? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 4. Despite the hardships of life outside the palace walls, commoners took great pride in the coronation of the new king. Would you like to have lived in medieval England? Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 5. When Edward and Tom swapped places, it changed both of their lives forever. Is there anyone you imagine trading places with? Who? Why? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________

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A. Read the story events on the left. Then write a letter to show what Edward concludes about each event. 1. _____ Edward hears much praise about the young king.

a. Edward must mount his throne and save their lives.

2. _____ Edward hears the sad stories of his fellow prisoners.

b. He decides the two women must have been freed!

3. _____ Edward awakes to find the two kindly women gone.

c. Edward will never forget this loyal deed.

4. _____ People throw eggs at Hendon in the stocks.

d. The beggar boy in royal clothes must be acting as king.

5. _____ Hendon receives a lashing for Edward.

e. Edward thought he could command that they stop.

B. Circle a letter to correctly answer each question. 1. Miles Hendon hears the old servant shout insults at him each time he visits the jail. What does he conclude from this? a. The servant has been twisted by his evil brother. b. The servant has found a clever way to sneak food and information to Miles. 2. Miles Hendon hears that the young king is gracious and kind. What does he conclude from this? a. Perhaps he can appeal to the king for justice. b. Perhaps Edward is not the rightful king after all. 3. Miles Hendon knows about the misery Edward experienced in London. What does he conclude from this? a. Edward would be eager to get back to the city anyway. b. Edward would not want to return to London. Saddleback Educational Publishing © 2001 • Three Watson, Irvine, CA 92618 • Phone: (888) 735-2225 • Fax: (888) 734-4010 • www.sdlback.com

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A. Use the clues to complete

1

the crossword puzzle. 3

ACROSS

A

2

R

C

1. a knight’s metal suit 4

4. to rule over

G

6. a deceptive person 8. the sound a bee makes

5 6

E

F 7

S

E

DOWN

2. a royal garment 3. royal headwear

8

B

5. to prohibit

L

7. a high noble rank

B. Use words from the puzzle to complete the sentences. 1. Lady Edith married the __________________ of Kent. 2. “I __________________ you to place the crown upon that head!” cried Edward. 3. Now Edward too would __________________ with gentleness. 4. At first the court assumed Tom was a devious __________________. 5. At last, Edward slipped on his __________________ over his rags. 6. When Miles sat down, a __________________ passed through the crowd. 7. Knights were allowed to sit in the presence of the __________________. 8. Lord St. John searched the __________________ in Edward’s suite.

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Notice the boldfaced phrase in each sentence. Circle a letter to show the meaning of each phrase. 1. Tom commanded Lady Mary to pray for a heart. a. She had health problems. b. She should be more compassionate. 2. Tom’s heart swelled with pride at the sea of faces. a. A great many people had turned out to see him. b. Rain had made their faces wet. 3. Tom’s joy fell away from him like a suit of rotten rags. a. Worn-out clothes have the smell of rotten garbage. b. Worn-out clothes will soon disintegrate. 4. The Lord Protector instructed Tom to lift up his face. a. He felt it was important for Tom to see the people. b. He felt the king should always present a regal appearance. 5. People bowed before the man who looked like a scarecrow. a. Miles appeared to be tall, thin, and shabby. b. Scarecrows were honored in medieval England. 6. When Miles sat with Edward, an angry buzz passed through the crowd. a. People cried out in loud shouts. b. People objected in a hushed, hissing tone. 7. Edward commanded that Hugh be put under lock and key. a. Hugh should be imprisoned. b. Hugh should be executed.

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WHO AND WHERE NAME

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Help! Edward’s first decree as king has gotten hopelessly mixed up. Rewrite the sentences, using the correct characters and locations. I, Edward VI, hereby decree that 1. John Canty shall become the Earl of Kent. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 2. Humphrey Marlow shall become the King’s Ward. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 3. Lord St. John shall be made governor of Offal Court. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 4. Lady Mary is ordered to be hung, if Tom and the law will it. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 5. Lady Edith shall continue as Lord Protector. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 6. The rule of King Henry VIII will be hereafter known as a gentle one for such harsh times. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 7. Decreed from the throne at Hendon Hall by His Highness. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________

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Write T or F to show whether each statement below is true or false. 1. _____ The Great Seal of England was in a suit of armor. 2. _____ Tom Canty used the Great Seal to sign official papers. 3. _____ Miles Hendon attended the coronation as Earl of Kent. 4. _____ Tom Canty struggled to retain his position as king. 5. _____ Both Tom and Edward could have answered Lord St. John’s questions. 6. _____ The Lord Protector wanted to throw Tom in the Tower. 7. _____ Humphrey Marlow called officers to arrest Miles Hendon. 8. _____ Miles Hendon always believed that Edward was the king. 9. _____ Edward believed that shame was worse than death. 10. _____ Tom was grateful to be reunited with his mother and sisters. 11. _____ When she first saw him, Lady Edith didn’t recognize Miles. 12. _____ Tom refused to charge his brother with any crimes. 13. _____ Edward never spoke of his terrible experiences again.

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First complete the sentences with words from the box. Then number the events to show which happened first, second, and so on. Hint: You will not use all the words. coronation gentleness nutcracker

poverty cruelty stamp

gates fall seal

witches wedding traitors

robe calf pig

streets club hermit

blood sword ruffler

_____

1. A __________________ threatens to kill Prince Edward as revenge against King Henry VIII.

_____

2. Edward is charged with stealing a __________________.

_____

3. The Great __________________ of England is recovered.

_____

4. King Henry VIII dies and his rule of __________________ ends.

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5. Two boys are born on a __________________ day in London.

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6. Miles Hendon raises his __________________ to protect the young boy from the mocking crowd.

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7. John Canty hits Father Andrew with a __________________.

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8. A guard throws Tom from the castle __________________.

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9. Edward bursts into Westminster Abbey to stop the __________________.

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Circle a letter to correctly answer each question. 1. Which of these is not a point the author wanted to make? a. Everyone should be more understanding about other people’s experiences. b. Governments should try to be fair to all people. c. All rich people should be poor and poor people should be rich. d. You can be wise and kind even if you have a hard life. 2. Which is true of medieval England at the time of this story? a. Common people elected their country’s ruler. b. Most citizens were comfortable members of the nobility. c. Punishments for petty crimes were needlessly cruel. d. Kings had to consult the government before making laws. 3. Why was finding the Great Seal of England so important? a. The monarchy could not rule without it. b. Whoever had the seal could decide on laws. c. Only the true prince knew where it was. d. Only the true prince knew what it was. 4. What was not a common rule of royalty in medieval England? a. No one could touch the king. b. No one could sit in the presence of the king. c. The king’s word was law. d. The king’s word was holy.

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Answer each question in your own words. Write in complete sentences. 1. How did Prince Edward’s experience on the streets affect the kind of king he became? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 2. Describe two of the acts that made Sir Miles such a gallant character. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 3. What was Christ’s Hospital, and how did King Edward VI provide for it? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 4. What did Edward resolve to do when he was in prison? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 5. How was it that a commoner such as Tom was able to make a good king? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ 6. If the rule of King Henry VIII was remembered as “the rule of blood,” what might be a good name for the rule of King Edward VI? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________

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Choose one “extra credit” project from each column. Complete the shortterm project on the back of this sheet. To complete the second project, follow your teacher’s instructions. SHORT-TERM PROJECTS

LONG-TERM PROJECTS

1. Write brief captions for any four illustrations in the book.

1. Use a reference book to find a song that was popular at the time this story takes place. Read or sing it to the class.

2. Draw a picture of your favorite character. Be sure the clothing and hairstyles are appropriate to the times. 3. Write a diary entry for one of the main characters. Describe, from that character’s point of view, an important event from the novel. 4. Write a short paragraph explaining why you think the author chose to write about the particular time and place of the novel’s setting. 5. Draw a simple map, showing various locations mentioned in the novel. 6. Choose any page from the novel. Rewrite all the dialogue. 7. Playing the role of a newspaper reporter, write a brief article describing one of the events that occurs in the novel.

2. Write a description of the daily life of ordinary people at the time this story was written. Use library resources to find information. 3. Make a diorama depicting one of the important scenes in the story. 4. Ask a librarian to help you find a recipe for a dish that was popular at the time depicted in the story. Make it for the class. 5. Make a chart showing “then and now” comparisons between the story’s location and people at the time the novel is set and as it is today. 6. Use a cassette recorder to make an audiotape of any two chapters of the novel.

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Five elements make up a plot: characters, setting, conflict, climax, and conclusion. Review the Glossary definition of each element. Then answer the questions about the novel you just read. 1. What is the setting (time and place) of the novel? _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 2. What conflict or conflicts do the main characters face? _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 3. Explain the climax of these conflicts (how they are resolved). _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 4. Is the outcome of the plot surprising? Why or why not? _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 5. Does the novel focus mostly on character, plot, or setting? Explain your answer. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 6. What might have been a different way for the conflicts to be resolved? Think of some events that would have changed the outcome of the plot. Write your new ending here. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 42

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Review the Glossary definition of theme. Then study the literary themes listed in the box. bravery guilt madness

loyalty love science

revenge friendship injustice

revolution repentance greed

nature courage regret

hope war youth

Authors often want to deliver a message about their themes. This message, usually a deeply held belief, is expressed in the story. Think about the novel you just read. What theme or themes can you recognize? What was the main idea? What point was the author trying to make about that theme? What message was delivered? Choose two or three themes from the box, or write your own. Then write a sentence explaining the author’s belief about that theme. (This kind of sentence is called a thematic statement.) EXAMPLE:

Romeo and Juliet, by William Shakespeare Theme: hatred Thematic statement: Hatred between families can have tragic consequences for innocent individuals.

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Review the Glossary definition of character. Then name two important characters from the novel you just read. Write a brief description of each. 1. Character: _______________________________ Description: ___________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 2. Character: _______________________________ Description: ___________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 3. Which character did you find most interesting? ________________________ Explain why. __________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 4. Describe the main conflict this character faces. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 5. How is this conflict finally resolved? _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 6. Does the plot outcome make the character happy? ______________________ Explain how. ___________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 7. Write three lines of dialogue or description from the novel that helped you understand this character. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 8. On the back of this sheet, write a sentence telling how you and the character are alike. Then write another sentence telling how the two of you are different. 44

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Look back through the novel you just read. Find ten words that were new to you. First, list the words on the lines below. Then check a dictionary if you’re not sure what each word means. Finally, use each word in a sentence of your own. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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1. Review the Glossary definition of conflict. Then describe one example of a conflict in this novel. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 2. Review the Glossary definition of imagery. Then give two examples of the author’s artful use of figurative language. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 3. Select your favorite short passage from the novel. Write it on the lines. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 4. Describe the setting of the novel. When and where does the story take place? _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 5. Review the Glossary definition of motive. Explain the motive, or driving force, behind the main character’s actions. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 6. Review the Glossary definition of quotation. Select a memorable quotation from the novel and write it on the lines. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 7. Think about a major event in the story. What was the main character’s point of view about that event? Explain how the author revealed that character’s point of view. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 46

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Imagine you are a book reviewer for a newspaper. Your job is to describe the novel you just read for your readers. Before you write your review— which will contain both fact and opinion—you must take notes. Use this form to record the information you will use in your article. BOOK TITLE:

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AUTHOR: ____________________________________________________________

1. What was the author’s purpose in writing this book? (Examples: to amuse, terrify, inform, protest, inspire, etc.) Name more than one purpose, if appropriate. _______________________________________________________________ 2. What type of novel is this? (Examples: adventure, fantasy, comedy, tragedy, mystery, action, drama, etc.) Name more than one type, if appropriate. _______________________________________________________________ 3. Describe the main character in two or three sentences. Use meaningful details. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 4. Describe two or three supporting characters. Explain each character’s relationship to the main character. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 5. Write one or two sentences from the novel as examples of powerful description. (Hint: Look for vivid sights, sounds, smells, or feelings.) _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ Saddleback Educational Publishing © 2001 • Three Watson, Irvine, CA 92618 • Phone: (888) 735-2225 • Fax: (888) 734-4010 • www.sdlback.com

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6. Write one or two lines from the book as examples of memorable dialogue. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 7. Summarize the plot of the book in one brief paragraph. (Hint: Name a key event at the beginning, middle, and end.) _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 8. Find your favorite illustration in the book. As you describe it, explain how this drawing works as an aid to the reader’s imagination. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 9. State your opinion of the book’s title. Does the title give a good clue as to what the story is about? Why or why not? Suggest a different title that would have worked as well. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 10. State two reasons why you would or would not recommend this novel to your readers. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ 48

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