Inferencing
How does Amy feel about the mom that helped her?
Answer:
Amy feels safe and thankful toward the mom who helped her.
Evidence: The mom says, “Don’t worry! We’ll take you to the security office…” (P6).
Explanation: This shows the mom is kind and helpful, which would make Amy feel safe and cared for.
How do paragraphs 15–17 contribute to the plot?
They show how Amy is finally reunited with her parents (the resolution).
Evidence: The dad texts Amy’s father and plans to meet him (P17).
Explanation: This part solves the problem of Amy being lost.
What do paragraphs 4–6 reveal about Amy and the mom that helped her?
Answer:
These paragraphs show that Amy is smart and remembers what to do when she is lost, and the mom is kind and helpful.
Evidence: Amy remembers her mom’s advice to find another mom (P4), and the woman immediately helps her (P6).
Explanation: This reveals Amy can think carefully in a tough situation, and the mom is trustworthy.
What does the word “swept” mean in paragraph 1?
Answer:
Swept means carried along or pushed quickly.
Explanation: Amy says she was “swept off to the left with a crowd,” meaning the crowd moved her without her choosing.
What can the reader infer about how Amy feels?
Answer:
Amy feels scared and worried at first, but later feels relieved.
Evidence: She is alone and unsure what to do (P1), but later says, “Pretty cool, isn’t it?” (P18).
Explanation: Her feelings change from fear to relief.
Why are paragraphs 1–3 important to the plot?
Answer:
They introduce the problem (Amy gets lost).
Evidence: Amy is separated from her parents in a crowded park (P1–3).
Explanation: This sets up the main conflict of the story
How do you think Amy feels while waiting to go to the security office?
Answer:
Amy likely feels nervous but hopeful.
Evidence: She is still lost, but someone is helping her (P7–8).
Explanation: She is not with her parents yet, but she is no longer alone
What does the word “tugged” mean in paragraph 4?
Answer:
Tugged means pulled gently.
Explanation: Amy pulls on the mom’s blouse to get her attention.