WORD ANALYSIS
What does the prefix -over mean?
"too much" or "above"
How do Amada's feelings about her move change throughout the story?
At first, Amada is very upset about moving. Her father tries to reassure her, but she is still nervous. After her journey is over, she begins to be more hopeful.
The _______ guitars with the orchestra
play
to become or appear to be more important than
overshadow
farewell
goodbye and goodluck
What does the prefix -sub mean?
"under" or "lower"
Why does Amada's family have trouble finding places to stay while waiting for Papá to send for them?
Possible answers: Her brothers make trouble at each relative's house they stay at. The relatives do not want them to stay long as a result.
My baby sister, Diana, __________ a won blanket everywhere.
Carries
slept beyond the time
overslept
a heavy flat metal pan with a handle, used for cooking
griddle
What is the word that means below the sea?
Undersea
Who is Michi's character in the story?
Amada's best friend
You still _____ the newspaper every morning?
Read
a statement that suggests something is smaller or less important than it actually is
understatement
boycotts
planned gatherings of refusal to buy from or deal with another person, nation, or business
What does the prefix inter- mean?
Who is Tio Tito character in the story?
Do you think the rolls or the bread_______ fresher?
Tastes
connecting or locking together
interlocking
saguaros
a tall cactus that's native to Arizona, Mexico, and California
underdeveloped
Why was it difficult to get green cards for the family?
Other families were ahead of head.
Evie and her brothers __________ nature shows on the weekend
Watch
below what is considered normal or acceptable
substandard
a person who was born in a country or chooses to in and become a member of a country
citizen