"The Chaser" by John Collier Quiz, Inference Worksheets, and Vocabulary Games
Evaluate general reading comprehension, facilitate analysis of characters and plot, and explore John Collier's use of literary elements with these worksheets and assessments for the short story "The Chaser." A plot-based quiz, a vocabulary application handout, a crossword puzzle, a word search game, a close reading inference worksheet, a literary craft analysis activity, and answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alternatively, a Google Drive bundle option is available.) By engaging with these materials, middle and high school students will:
Read for literal comprehension
Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings
Choose the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
Infer the intended effects of the author's word choices and narrative techniques
Apply knowledge of satire to the plot
Describe tone in context
Explore how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop
Apply knowledge of literary devices including euphemism, metaphor, simile, situational irony, and foreshadowing
Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence
Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision
Come to class better prepared to discuss works of fiction
Find more resources for teaching works of fantasy:
Edgar Allan Poe's Short Stories (Vol. 1) - Google and printable
Edgar Allan Poe's Short Stories (Vol. 2) - Google and printable
H.P. Lovecraft's Short Stories (Vol. 1) - Google and printable
H.P. Lovecraft's Short Stories (Vol. 2) - Google and printable
* This resource is also included in a whole store growing bundle.
Evaluate general reading comprehension, facilitate analysis of characters and plot, and explore John Collier's use of literary elements with these worksheets and assessments for the short story "The Chaser." A plot-based quiz, a vocabulary application handout, a crossword puzzle, a word search game, a close reading inference worksheet, a literary craft analysis activity, and answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alternatively, a Google Drive bundle option is available.) By engaging with these materials, middle and high school students will:
Read for literal comprehension
Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings
Choose the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
Infer the intended effects of the author's word choices and narrative techniques
Apply knowledge of satire to the plot
Describe tone in context
Explore how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop
Apply knowledge of literary devices including euphemism, metaphor, simile, situational irony, and foreshadowing
Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence
Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision
Come to class better prepared to discuss works of fiction
Find more resources for teaching works of fantasy:
Edgar Allan Poe's Short Stories (Vol. 1) - Google and printable
Edgar Allan Poe's Short Stories (Vol. 2) - Google and printable
H.P. Lovecraft's Short Stories (Vol. 1) - Google and printable
H.P. Lovecraft's Short Stories (Vol. 2) - Google and printable
* This resource is also included in a whole store growing bundle.


Evaluate general reading comprehension, facilitate analysis of characters and plot, and explore John Collier's use of literary elements with these worksheets and assessments for the short story "The Chaser." A plot-based quiz, a vocabulary application handout, a crossword puzzle, a word search game, a close reading inference worksheet, a literary craft analysis activity, and answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alternatively, a Google Drive bundle option is available.) By engaging with these materials, middle and high school students will:
Read for literal comprehension
Consult reference materials in order to learn and verify word meanings
Choose the most proper application of words as they are used in sentences
Infer the intended effects of the author's word choices and narrative techniques
Apply knowledge of satire to the plot
Describe tone in context
Explore how complex characters think, behave, interact, and develop
Apply knowledge of literary devices including euphemism, metaphor, simile, situational irony, and foreshadowing
Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence
Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision
Come to class better prepared to discuss works of fiction
Find more resources for teaching works of fantasy:
Edgar Allan Poe's Short Stories (Vol. 1) - Google and printable
Edgar Allan Poe's Short Stories (Vol. 2) - Google and printable
H.P. Lovecraft's Short Stories (Vol. 1) - Google and printable
H.P. Lovecraft's Short Stories (Vol. 2) - Google and printable
* This resource is also included in a whole store growing bundle.
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Evaluate general reading comprehension, facilitate analysis of characters and plot, and explore John Collier's use of literary elements with these worksheets and assessments for the short story "The Chaser." A plot-based quiz, a vocabulary application handout, a crossword puzzle, a word search game, a close reading inference worksheet, a literary craft analysis activity, and answer keys are included.