16 Questions
Why is Earl rehearsing with his classmates in Scene 1 of Earl of Twirl?
They are practicing a big dance number for the seventh-grade musical.
What is the role of the Director in Scene 1 of Earl of Twirl?
The Director is giving instructions to the students.
What is the purpose of the 'Notice and Wonder' activity in the lesson?
To encourage students to think about the play and what they already know about it.
What is the main topic of the Turn It Around lesson?
How to solve problems with friends or classmates.
What does Earl's dialogue repetition reveal about his character?
He is worried and distracted
What is the main purpose of comparing and contrasting characters in a story?
To understand what is happening in the story
What does Kevin's question 'Should we start with SS or math?' reveal about his character?
He is focused on schoolwork and confused about the lesson
What is Earl's initial reaction to being called 'Earl of Twirl'?
He is worried and thoughtful
How do character interactions reveal character traits in the story?
Through a combination of dialogue, actions, and thoughts
What is the purpose of the chart in the 'Reread/Think' section?
To compare and contrast characters' traits
What is Earl known as in the text?
The Earl of Twirl
How does Earl react when everyone chants his nickname in the hallway?
He spins into a locker.
What can be inferred about Earl's personality from his reaction to the teasing?
He enjoys being the center of attention.
How would Kevin most likely react to a situation where he is teased by his peers?
He would join in on the teasing.
Which statement best describes Earl's character development in the text?
Earl starts as an introverted character but becomes more outgoing.
How does Earl's behavior in the hallway contribute to the story's plot?
It adds humor and light-heartedness to the scene.
Study Notes
Turn It Around
- The topic is about solving problems with friends or classmates.
- The focus question is "How can people solve a problem with a friend or classmate?"
Notice and Wonder
- Students are asked to read a play and notice what they see, what they already know about plays, and what they wonder.
- Students are encouraged to discuss their ideas with a partner.
Opposite Connection
- Students are given a list of character traits and asked to match each trait with its opposite trait.
- Traits include shy, brave, hardworking, outgoing, fearful, lazy, nervous, serious, funny, and calm.
- Students are asked to discuss a trait they would like to develop and a trait they look for in a friend.
Lesson 4: Earl of Twirl
- The story is about Earl and his classmates rehearsing for a seventh-grade musical.
- Earl is playing the lead role and is practicing a big dance number.
- Kevin asks to study for a math test, but Earl is distracted, thinking about an idea.
Scene 2: Character Traits
- Students are asked to reread Scene 2 and complete a chart to identify character traits.
- Traits include worried, kind, thoughtful, not paying attention, unfocused, confused, focused on schoolwork, and helpful friend.
Compare and Contrast Characters
- Students are asked to compare and contrast Earl and Kevin using their completed charts.
- They are asked to identify similarities and differences between the two characters.
- Students are encouraged to explain why these differences are important to the story.
Scene 3: Turning It Around
- Earl arrives at school with a plan to deal with his nickname "Earl of Twirl".
- Cara sees him and chants his nickname, and soon everyone in the hallway is joining in.
- Earl takes a deep breath, smiles, and spins into a locker, then grins and takes a bow.
This quiz focuses on analyzing dialogue in a text and understanding its significance. Questions may involve determining why a character repeats a specific dialogue or the importance of certain conversations. Test your skills in interpreting dialogue elements!
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