"from The Breadwinner"
Why does Mother say "Go to sleep Hossain" at the end of the excerpt?
She mistakes Parvana/Ali for Hossain because she misses him
What does inference mean?
A conclusion based on reasoning and evidence
What is Ms. Gerencser's favorite color?
Blue
Why does Mother ask if Parvana wants to watch as she cuts her hair?
So Parvana can accept the decision
What does evidence mean?
Text (or something) used to prove a person's ideas
How do you spell __________?
Onomatopoeia
A. New responsibilities
B. Happier times
C. Lost beliefs
D. New change
A
What does summary mean?
A short statement covering the main points of a text
Does Ms. Gerencser have any pets?
Yes, a cat named Genie
How did Parvana feel when she was described as "just another boy on the street"?
Hidden, Invisible, Relieved, etc.
What does defy mean?
To openly refuse
What is the difference between a prefix and a suffix?
Prefix- Before
Suffix-At the end
What is a theme of this selection?
Courage to face challenges/face fear
What does sensory imagery mean?
Literary device that creates an image for the reader (Sight, Sound, Taste, Smell, and Feeling)
How old is Ms. Gerencser?
If you're within 3 years, you get the points
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