The phrase "in a clamor of doorbells and rumpled Christmas packages" appeal to which of the five senses?
Visual and Auditory (Sight and Sound)
100
From what point of view is the narrative of the poem being told?
First person
200
What kind of language is used to describe Miss Brown?
affectionate and endearing
200
Why does Tan use figurative language when describing food such as tofu, squid, and fish?
To illustrate how unusual the foods may seem to guests not familiar with the culture.
200
The phrase "the chronic angers of that house" is an example of which literary device?
Personification
300
What is the narrator and class's unexpected conflict?
They meant to have her as their teacher forever.
300
What is the beige tweed miniskirt a symbol of?
American culture
300
What subject does the poem explore?
Delayed gratitude
400
In their behavior in her classroom, what can the reader infer about the children's attitude toward Miss Brown?
The students respect Miss Brown and enjoy being in her class.
400
What is the narrator's initial conflict?
She is concerned that Robert will not like her when he is exposed to her family's traditions and customs for Christmas.
400
How is the tone of this poem BEST described?
Regretful
500
What does the short story reveal about the nature of childhood?
Children are not exempt from difficult situations;
sometimes have to make sense of events beyond their level of understanding;
can have important relationships that have a lasting impact.
500
What can the reader infer is Amy's mother's meaning when she says, "Your only shame is to have shame"?
Amy should not be ashamed/embarrassed about her culture; Be happy with who you are and respect the culture that you come from.
500
Why does the speaker repeat the phrase "what did I know" in the last stanza of the poem?
To highlight the guilt that he feels for taking the father for granted.