Comprehension
Kai immigrated from what country to the United States?
China
What did Kai and Young do to pass the time on Angel Island?
Watched and played basketball.
I _________ my eyes from the sun because it was bright.
averted
He was staring at the floor and wringing his hands. He wouldn't make eye contact with anyone. How is he feeling.
He was feeling nervous/sad
What is the genre of "Kai's Journey to Gold Mountain" and how do you know?
Historical fiction because it tells a story that is set in a real place in the past, but the characters never existed.
Why does Kai compare some men on the island to "caged tigers"?
The men were angry and felt trapped because they were on Angel Island.
Are you _________ me of cheating?
accusing
There are balloons, cake and streamers in the room. What is going on?
Birthday Party
What is the main problem in "Kai's Journey to Gold Mountain?"
Kai is afraid he will never see his father again.
Why is Kai coming to America?
His father is a US resident and has sent for Kai to join him.
Kai had to go through an ________ in order to see his father.
interrogation
They are driving and have umbrellas, sand castle toys, towels and swim things in their car. Where are they heading?
The beach
Why does Young not say goodbye to Kai?
He is sad that Kai is leaving and jealous that Kai is leaving before him.
What happens to Kai after 5 weeks on Angel Island?
He is called for his interrogation.
The teacher gave the students a ________ look because they were not following expectations.
stern
sad/jealous
Answers may include: plums, basketball, Young
Why does Kai finally get to join his father?
He passes his interrogation.
The principal ___________ promises to lead the school to success.
solemnly
Kai scanned the crowd for his father when he got to San Francisco. Kai was...
excited