Comprehension
Inferences
Comprehension 2
Potpourri
Bonus
100
How would you describe Tanya: spoiled, difficult to like, like other children her age, or not strong?
Tanya is like many other children her own age.
100
The third graders at Tilden Elementary are going on a once in a lifetime field trip. They will get to see Mickey Mouse and a beautiful castle. They will also ride many rides. Where are they going?
Disney World
100
Grandma says, "I think I’ll let these old limbs take me the rest of the way.” What does this mean?
She is tired of riding and will walk to the house.
100
When Tanya asks Grandma if she was lonely growing up on the farm, what is Grandma's response?
"No Tanya, I wasn't lonely. Back then this place was filled with activity."
100
In which region does the story take place?
The South
200
What word would best describe Tanya's initial reaction to seeing the farm.
disappointed
200
Drew's favorite subject in school uses lots of numbers. he loves to figure out the sums or differences of equations. What is his favorite subject?
Math
200
What items displayed in the sitting parlor provide clues to the history and traditions of Tanya’s family?
baptismal gowns, baby blankets, rocking chair and baby crib….pots and pans…blacksmithing and gardening tools, candle molds and a few toys...Even a broom that couples jumped over when they married during slavery times.
200
What word means a meeting of group members who have been apart?
reunion
200
Describe the setting.
At Grandma and Grandpa's farm.
300
How is the farm different from the way Tanya imagined it would be?
The farm has no horses.
300
Daniela put on her helmet. Then she checked to make sure her feflectors were on. After that she checked her brakes and tires. What is Daniela getting ready to do?
Ride a bike.
300
Why are Tanya's parents concerned about Grandma traveling to the farm alone?
She was sick not too long ago
300
At the end of the story, you can infer Tanya ______________ the farm now.
appreciates
300
What genre is Tanya's Reunion?
realistic fiction
400
Why did Grandma and her husband leave the farm after World War II?
The wanted better jobs.
400
Steven often has to walk outdoors even in heavy rains, snow storms, and extreme heat. His job is very important. Many people depend on him to get their important documents to places in a timely manner. What is Steven's job?
Mailman
400
Which character provides Tanya a bucket to pick apples?
Uncle John
400
What word means contentment or happiness?
satisfied
400
Why was the "piece of fence" special?
The fence “had once separated the farmland from the orchard. Carved in the wood were the initials: R.B. (“Rose Buchanan”- Grandma) + I.F. (“Issac Franklin” Grandfather)
500
What do you think is the author's message to the readers?
Being a part of a family includes your family heritage.
500
Lydia loves to read books. Her favorite genre are ones that give lots of clues in order to solve a problem. She loves to make inferences to solve the cases in each story. What is her favorite genre?
Mysteries
500
How does Tanya feel at the conclusion(end) of the story?
Tanya feels like she is “a part of this farm” at the end of the story. Tanya feels at home on the farm now.
500
When Tanya asks Grandma if she was lonely growing up on the farm, what is Grandma's response?
"No Tanya, I wasn't lonely. Back then this place was filled with activity."
500
Name the author/illustrator
Rhonda Mitchell
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