Vocabulary
What does it mean to prefer something?
To like it more than something else
What is the plot of a story?
The pattern of events in a story that include the exposition, rising action, conflict, climax, falling action, and resolution
What is the resolution of “Raymond’s Run”?
Squeaky decides to become Raymond’s track coach
Where does Squeaky get her nickname in “Raymond’s Run”?
Her sneakers squeak.
What is a prodigy?
A very talented person.
What is the conflict of a story?
The problem in a story.
Squeaky and Gretchen are competing to win the May Day race. What part of the plot does this describe?
Conflict
Why does Squeaky not know at first who has won the race in “Raymond’s Run”?
The finish is very close.
What is a synonym for pageant?
A well organized show, presentation, beauty show
What is the resolution of the story?
The ending of the story where the conflict is resolved.
What is the setting of the story?
Harlem NYC, track field, at schcool
What does Squeaky know about the new girl Gretchen?
She is a good runner
What does it mean to be liable for something?
To be legally responsible.
What is the climax of the story?
The climax of the story is the most exciting part of the story where the conflict is addressed.
Squeaky has a conversation with Mary Louise, Gretchen, and their friends before the race. Which plot element does this reflect?
The rising action
What did Squeaky realize during the race?
Her brother is a great runner.
What does signify mean?
To symbolize something or be a sign of something.
What is the exposition of the story?
The exposition of the story is the beginning of the story and includes information about the characters and the setting.
What is the climax of the story?
Squeaky is racing Gretchen and realizes that her brother can run well
Squeaky is very defensive. Why do you think this?
Squeaky is always defending her brother from being teased.