📚 Part 1: Multiple Choice Questions

Instructions: Read each question carefully and circle the best answer.

I can demonstrate my understanding of Hugo Cabret's characters, plot, and themes.

1. Where does Hugo live in the train station?

A) In the basement

B) Behind the walls in the clock tower

C) In an abandoned train car

D) In the lost and found office

2. What is Hugo trying to repair throughout most of the story?

A) A broken clock

B) An automaton (mechanical man)

C) A movie projector

D) A music box

3. Who is Georges Méliès?

A) Hugo's uncle

B) The station inspector

C) The toy shop owner and famous filmmaker

D) Isabelle's father

4. What does Isabelle have that Hugo needs for the automaton?

A) A special key

B) A heart-shaped necklace with a key

C) A instruction manual

D) A magic wand

5. What happens to Hugo's father?

A) He moves away

B) He dies in a fire at the museum

C) He becomes a train conductor

D) He goes to work in another city

6. What does the automaton draw when it finally works?

A) A picture of Hugo's father

B) A map of Paris

C) A scene from "A Trip to the Moon"

D) Hugo's face

✏️ Part 2: Short Answer Questions

Instructions: Answer each question with 2-3 complete sentences.

I can explain character motivations and analyze themes in the story.

7. Describe Hugo's relationship with his uncle Claude. Why is Hugo afraid of being discovered?

8. How does Hugo's friendship with Isabelle change his life? Give two specific examples.

9. What is the main theme about finding your purpose in life? How does this apply to both Hugo and Georges Méliès?

10. Why is the automaton so important to Hugo? What does it represent to him?

🎬 Part 3: Critical Thinking

Instructions: Think deeply about the story and provide thoughtful responses.

I can make connections between the story and broader themes about art, family, and belonging.

11. The book combines words and pictures to tell the story. How do the illustrations help you understand Hugo's emotions and the mood of different scenes?

12. Compare Hugo at the beginning of the story to Hugo at the end. How has he changed, and what caused these changes?

📋 Success Criteria & Differentiation

Success Criteria:

Proficient: I can answer 8-10 questions correctly and show understanding of main characters and plot.

Advanced: I can answer 11-12 questions correctly and make thoughtful connections about themes and character development.

Support Options:

For diverse learners: You may use the book to look up specific details for questions 7-12.

Dyslexia-friendly option: Ask your teacher about having questions read aloud or using text-to-speech.

Extension activity: Research the real Georges Méliès and write a paragraph comparing the historical figure to the character in the book.

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📚 Part 1: Multiple Choice Questions

✏️ Part 2: Short Answer Questions

🎬 Part 3: Critical Thinking

📋 Success Criteria & Differentiation

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