Story Vocab
(verb) to move one's hands or handle something in a clumsy, erratic way
fumble
Why does Mrs. Scott call Deza to her desk after Deza gets a perfect score on her math test?
Mrs. Scott wants to find out if Deza cheated on her test, so she gives her some problems to solve right in front of her.
Prove and instruct are either synonyms or antonyms for demonstrate. Which ones are they?
synonyms
(noun) an individual in a literary work whose thoughts, feelings, actions, and reactions move the action of the plot forward
character
(noun) the main character- the one the story revolves around and who usually has a problem to solve
protagonist
(adjective) cheerful; bright; animated
bubbly
How are African American children such as Deza treated at the school in Flint?
There are low expectations for the students, who automatically receive poor grades and are suspected of cheating when they do well.
A ____________ will help us understand how to use the camera.
demonstration
(noun) the sequence of events that form a story
plot
(noun) the character whose goals work against the protagonist
antagonist
(noun) to have a higher rank based on experience or age
seniority
Why does Deza's family live in a camp?
They are homeless.
Proof that a school rule was broken would _________ that the rule was broken.
establish
(noun) the final outcome of the story's conflict
resolution
Based on Mrs. Scott's actions in paragraphs 12 & 13, the reader can conclude that:
A. Mrs. Scott wanted Deza to solve more problems for extra credit.
B. Mrs. Scott suspects Deza may have cheated on her math test.
C. Deza did not finish her test.
B. Mrs. Scott suspects Deza may have cheated on her math test.
(verb) to get sidetracked in conversation or writing; to deviate from the main subject of interest
digress
How does Deza make the little boy from Flint, Michigan feel at home?
To __________ a rock collecting club, you would need a group of friends who would like to join and also enjoys collecting rocks.
establish
(noun) the conversation between characters
dialogue
Deza's reaction to Mrs. Scott's request reveals that Deza-
A. is anxious to help other students succeed in math
B. is aware that Mrs. Scott thinks she might have cheated on her test
C. is not aware that Mrs. Scott thinks she might have cheated on her test.
The number of thoughts Deza has about Mrs. Scott's request show that she has no idea her teacher suspects her of cheating. She thinks Mrs. Scott might want to find out if Deza is ready for harder work.
(adjective) modest; without pride or arrogance
humble
Why does Deza think that she is better off than this little boy?
Deza still has has her family.
How can you demonstrate you are a good friend to others?
Answers vary. Teacher will judge.
(noun) an aspect of a character's behavior and attitude that makes up the character's personality
trait
What are the names of the Engle twins?
Brandi and Brantley