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Long Way Down Novel Questions – Snapshot of Included Resources:

  • 8 Comprehension & Analysis Assignments
  • 11-20 Questions per Assignment
  • 1-Question Quizzes to Check for Understanding
  • Discussion Questions – 1 per Reading (8) & 8 Whole Novel
  • Digital Links for Google Drive™
  • Google Forms™
  • Editable Questions for Flexible Implementation
  • Answer Keys
The Long Way Down chapter and discussion questions will give students repeated opportunities to practice essential standards-aligned literacy skills. For every chapter grouping of Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds, students will have to answer rigorous, text-based questions that assess not only their ability to comprehend but also their ability to analyze key events. With numerous options for implementation and editable questions, the resource also allows for differentiation and can enable accommodation that will meet the needs of all learners.
 
Comprehension & Analysis Questions: For the novel, Long Way Down, these poem / chapter questions can offer several different uses. It could supply homework, facilitate guided reading groups, enable literature circles, or stimulate whole class reading analysis and discussion for each chapter grouping. The flexibility the editable resources offer also makes it ideal for providing accommodations to students.
 
There are 11-20 questions for each of the 8 readings. Each question set includes a blend of comprehension and analysis questions, offering different levels of challenge for students. The editable resources also give you options for meeting the needs of all your learners. All 8 assignments include questions that require close reading of the text, which means your students will always be practicing essential skills aligned to the CCSS, such as:
  • Analyze text structure and author’s purpose
  • Identifying and analyzing how elements of a story interact
  • Identify and analyze conflict and types of conflict
  • Analyze character and make inferences about character motivation
  • Identify themes of the text and explain the lesson learned
  • Identify and analyze point of view
  • Make inferences based on textual evidence
  • Analyze tone and determine the meaning of words, phrases, and figurative language
 
Critical Connections Section: Each analysis assignment includes a graphic organizer for students to identify an aspect of the text that makes them curious. After identifying a reference, description, or event from the novel, students will generate questions about their reference. In doing so, students will develop their critical thinking skills by connecting and questioning topics and issues in the text. The exercise can also serve as a springboard for clarifying misconceptions, research, discussion, and much more.
 
Discussion Questions: The discussion questions provide open-ended prompts to deeply explore the themes and conflicts prominent in Long Way Down. The resources include one prompt for every reading (8) and 8 questions for whole novel analysis. The 8 reading discussion questions are provided in two different formats – graphic organizers and task cards – that will allow flexible implementation. The whole novel discussion questions are provided as task cards. Use the questions for independent work, small group or whole class discussion, reflection, homework, or more.
 
One-Question Reading Checks: The mini-quizzes are a way to test students’ comprehension of the text. This space can be used for the single question quizzes provided in the resource. There are multiple potential uses that could fit the needs of your classroom. (NOTE: The digital version is not formatted to allow for students to complete the quizzes online. However, as you have access to all the questions, you can still use the content and determine the best method to deliver it.)
 
Answer Key: The key provides potential answers for every question asked in every assignment. This includes comprehension questions and analytic questions but does not include discussion questions. Of course, not all analytic questions have just one answer. Part of the strength of the analysis question is the room they leave for students to demonstrate their unique thinking. Therefore, use the answers at your discretion but know they provide a solid foundation for the type of performance that makes for quality work. 
 
Google Forms™ Links: This resource is also technology friendly! It can be utilized in classrooms or formats where computers or tablets are central to instruction because the resource has been adapted for digital completion. The resource includes links for students to complete the assignments in Google Forms™. For instance, students can work with the documents in Google Drive™ or via Google Classroom™. With these links, you can have students complete their assignments online. All they will have to do is fill out the Google Form™. There are links for every assignment, making the format friendly not only for technology but also trees.
 
The entire resource and its inclusive set of questions allow for multiple potential uses for a Long Way Down novel study based on your determination about when and where it would be most helpful, either in-class or for homework. All aspects of the assignments, though, are aligned to the Common Core State Standards in order for students to have ample opportunities to practice and demonstrate their knowledge across numerous, essential literary skills.
 
PLEASE NOTE: The page numbers listed in this resource are based on the edition ISBN: 9781338053807.
  • ZIP file (PDFs and Word Docs for Digital Links)
  • Editable
  • 19.4 MB
  • 66 Pages
  • Links for Student Pages in Google Forms™
  • This downloadable resource supplies one single-teacher license for use in your classroom. 
  • Photocopying of this product is allowed only for the classroom use of the purchaser. 
  • Replication of this product, in whole or in part, for commercial sale or broader distribution is strictly prohibited. 
  • This product also may NOT be shared electronically, digitally, or otherwise in a manner that violates the Terms of Use detailed by LIT Lessons. 
  • For explicit information on permissions, please see the Terms of Use document included with this resource. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Contents

Long Way Down Novel Questions – Snapshot of Included Resources:

  • 8 Comprehension & Analysis Assignments
  • 11-20 Questions per Assignment
  • 1-Question Quizzes to Check for Understanding
  • Discussion Questions – 1 per Reading (8) & 8 Whole Novel
  • Digital Links for Google Drive™
  • Google Forms™
  • Editable Questions for Flexible Implementation
  • Answer Keys
Description
The Long Way Down chapter and discussion questions will give students repeated opportunities to practice essential standards-aligned literacy skills. For every chapter grouping of Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds, students will have to answer rigorous, text-based questions that assess not only their ability to comprehend but also their ability to analyze key events. With numerous options for implementation and editable questions, the resource also allows for differentiation and can enable accommodation that will meet the needs of all learners.
 
Comprehension & Analysis Questions: For the novel, Long Way Down, these poem / chapter questions can offer several different uses. It could supply homework, facilitate guided reading groups, enable literature circles, or stimulate whole class reading analysis and discussion for each chapter grouping. The flexibility the editable resources offer also makes it ideal for providing accommodations to students.
 
There are 11-20 questions for each of the 8 readings. Each question set includes a blend of comprehension and analysis questions, offering different levels of challenge for students. The editable resources also give you options for meeting the needs of all your learners. All 8 assignments include questions that require close reading of the text, which means your students will always be practicing essential skills aligned to the CCSS, such as:
  • Analyze text structure and author’s purpose
  • Identifying and analyzing how elements of a story interact
  • Identify and analyze conflict and types of conflict
  • Analyze character and make inferences about character motivation
  • Identify themes of the text and explain the lesson learned
  • Identify and analyze point of view
  • Make inferences based on textual evidence
  • Analyze tone and determine the meaning of words, phrases, and figurative language
 
Critical Connections Section: Each analysis assignment includes a graphic organizer for students to identify an aspect of the text that makes them curious. After identifying a reference, description, or event from the novel, students will generate questions about their reference. In doing so, students will develop their critical thinking skills by connecting and questioning topics and issues in the text. The exercise can also serve as a springboard for clarifying misconceptions, research, discussion, and much more.
 
Discussion Questions: The discussion questions provide open-ended prompts to deeply explore the themes and conflicts prominent in Long Way Down. The resources include one prompt for every reading (8) and 8 questions for whole novel analysis. The 8 reading discussion questions are provided in two different formats – graphic organizers and task cards – that will allow flexible implementation. The whole novel discussion questions are provided as task cards. Use the questions for independent work, small group or whole class discussion, reflection, homework, or more.
 
One-Question Reading Checks: The mini-quizzes are a way to test students’ comprehension of the text. This space can be used for the single question quizzes provided in the resource. There are multiple potential uses that could fit the needs of your classroom. (NOTE: The digital version is not formatted to allow for students to complete the quizzes online. However, as you have access to all the questions, you can still use the content and determine the best method to deliver it.)
 
Answer Key: The key provides potential answers for every question asked in every assignment. This includes comprehension questions and analytic questions but does not include discussion questions. Of course, not all analytic questions have just one answer. Part of the strength of the analysis question is the room they leave for students to demonstrate their unique thinking. Therefore, use the answers at your discretion but know they provide a solid foundation for the type of performance that makes for quality work. 
 
Google Forms™ Links: This resource is also technology friendly! It can be utilized in classrooms or formats where computers or tablets are central to instruction because the resource has been adapted for digital completion. The resource includes links for students to complete the assignments in Google Forms™. For instance, students can work with the documents in Google Drive™ or via Google Classroom™. With these links, you can have students complete their assignments online. All they will have to do is fill out the Google Form™. There are links for every assignment, making the format friendly not only for technology but also trees.
 
The entire resource and its inclusive set of questions allow for multiple potential uses for a Long Way Down novel study based on your determination about when and where it would be most helpful, either in-class or for homework. All aspects of the assignments, though, are aligned to the Common Core State Standards in order for students to have ample opportunities to practice and demonstrate their knowledge across numerous, essential literary skills.
 
PLEASE NOTE: The page numbers listed in this resource are based on the edition ISBN: 9781338053807.
Format
  • ZIP file (PDFs and Word Docs for Digital Links)
  • Editable
  • 19.4 MB
  • 66 Pages
  • Links for Student Pages in Google Forms™
Rights
  • This downloadable resource supplies one single-teacher license for use in your classroom. 
  • Photocopying of this product is allowed only for the classroom use of the purchaser. 
  • Replication of this product, in whole or in part, for commercial sale or broader distribution is strictly prohibited. 
  • This product also may NOT be shared electronically, digitally, or otherwise in a manner that violates the Terms of Use detailed by LIT Lessons. 
  • For explicit information on permissions, please see the Terms of Use document included with this resource. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
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