"Before I Wake" by Jim Cort Quiz and Answer Key
For many high school readers, horror and supernatural fiction are genres that maximize engagement with literature. "Before I Wake" by Jim Cort features elements consistent with both genres: psychological deterioration, heightened emotions, grim imagery, a suspicious death, and more. This multiple choice quiz covering "Before I Wake" helps English teachers promote homework accountability and evaluate reading comprehension. An answer key is included, but since the short story is not in the public domain, purchasers are responsible for acquiring their own copy of the text. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.)
Questions pertain to the following key details:
Leonard Zanelli's profession
Events preceding David Conklin's arrest
A fear of falling asleep
Details of Conklin's terrifying dreams
Physical effects of the dream
Factors contributing to Conklin's suicide
The medical examiner's report
Details of Zanelli's personal letter
Resources are available for a variety of novels and short stories in the horror genre:
For many high school readers, horror and supernatural fiction are genres that maximize engagement with literature. "Before I Wake" by Jim Cort features elements consistent with both genres: psychological deterioration, heightened emotions, grim imagery, a suspicious death, and more. This multiple choice quiz covering "Before I Wake" helps English teachers promote homework accountability and evaluate reading comprehension. An answer key is included, but since the short story is not in the public domain, purchasers are responsible for acquiring their own copy of the text. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.)
Questions pertain to the following key details:
Leonard Zanelli's profession
Events preceding David Conklin's arrest
A fear of falling asleep
Details of Conklin's terrifying dreams
Physical effects of the dream
Factors contributing to Conklin's suicide
The medical examiner's report
Details of Zanelli's personal letter
Resources are available for a variety of novels and short stories in the horror genre:
For many high school readers, horror and supernatural fiction are genres that maximize engagement with literature. "Before I Wake" by Jim Cort features elements consistent with both genres: psychological deterioration, heightened emotions, grim imagery, a suspicious death, and more. This multiple choice quiz covering "Before I Wake" helps English teachers promote homework accountability and evaluate reading comprehension. An answer key is included, but since the short story is not in the public domain, purchasers are responsible for acquiring their own copy of the text. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available.)
Questions pertain to the following key details:
Leonard Zanelli's profession
Events preceding David Conklin's arrest
A fear of falling asleep
Details of Conklin's terrifying dreams
Physical effects of the dream
Factors contributing to Conklin's suicide
The medical examiner's report
Details of Zanelli's personal letter
Resources are available for a variety of novels and short stories in the horror genre:
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For many high school readers, horror and supernatural fiction are genres that maximize engagement with literature. "Before I Wake" by Jim Cort features elements consistent with both genres: psychological deterioration, heightened emotions, grim imagery, a suspicious death, and more. This multiple choice quiz covering "Before I Wake" helps English teachers promote homework accountability and evaluate reading comprehension. An answer key is included, but since the short story is not in the public domain, purchasers are responsible for acquiring their own copy of the text.