Vocabulary
Abuela Invents the Zero
Karate
Characterization
Surprise, Surprise!
100
Correctly use the word "assume" in a sentence.
I assume that it will rain today because it is so cloudy.
100
What does Connie think about her grandmother's visit?
She doesn't like it. She thinks it's pointless.
100
What is situational irony?
Situational irony is when something happens that goes against logic or is not what we would EXPECT to happen.
100
What is a character trait? Give an example.
A character trait is a description of their personality or their appearance. Example: Caring, funny, wicked. Gorgeous, short, handsome.
100
What is the difference between internal and external conflict?
Internal conflict is a struggle within the character themselves. External conflict is a struggle between the character and another character or thing.
200
If you compromise with someone, do you get exactly, 100% of what you want?
No. When you compromise you give a little bit and try to find common ground.
200
The theme is that you should not make others feel like they are nothing and you should respect your family.
What is the theme of the story?
200
What are two examples of irony from the story Karate?
1. The grandmother beats the rascal up using Karate. 2. The rascal was one of the best fighters in the city.
200
What is a protagonist?
The main character.
200
What is the difference between a flat and round character?
A flat character doesn't change, is usually a minor character, and shows little emotion. A round character changes from the beginning to the end, is usually the protagonist, and has many traits.
300
Explain why it would be inconvenient to get caught in a traffic jam on your way to a job interview.
It would be inconvenient because you would be late and make a bad impression on the boss.
300
How does Connie feel when Grandmother gets lost in church?
She is embarrassed.
300
Why does the grandmother allow people to believe that her husband taught her karate?
The grandmother allows people to believe that because she respects him and wants to respect his pride.
300
At what point in the story does the character usually have to make a big decision?
The Climax!
300
What is the purpose of making connections to the stories you read? Explain HOW to make a connection to text.
Making connections to what you read helps you understand because it relates the story to your own life. To make a connection to a story, think about something it reminds you of from your own life, from something else you have read or seen, or something that you know about the world.
400
Use the word "existence" correctly in a sentence.
I doubt the existence of aliens.
400
What motivates Connie to act how she does towards Abuela?
Connie is motivated by what other people think about her, not by respect for her family.
400
What is the narrator's opinion of his grandparents?
The author looks up to his grandparents.
400
What is "Character Motivation".
Character motivation is the REASON WHY characters do the things they do. It's what makes them want to do things or not want to do things.
400
What three things can we analyze to help figure out the theme of a story?
1. What the characters say 2. What the characters do 3. What the characters think
500
If you value something, would you ignore it? Why or why not? Use both words in your answer!
If you value something, it is important to you. You would not want to ignore something that is important to you.
500
Does Connie change at the end of the story?
Yes, she is ashamed of herself for how she has treated Abuela.
500
Give an example of situational irony.
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500
What is Character Analysis??
Breaking down what you know about a character in order to understand what you are reading better.
500
What is the Essential Question for Unit 5?
Do people get what they deserve?
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