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Comprehension
Comprehension 2
Robust Vocab
Think, Think, Think
Figurative language
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At the beginning of the poem, what is the MAIN reason Danitra suggests the summer activities? A.) She knows that Zuri can not think of things to do on her own. B.) She is bragging to Zuri about all of the fun she plans to have. C.) She is showing Zuri there is a lot she can do during vacation.
C.) She is showing Zuri there is a lot she can do during vacation.
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When the food___________ on the grill, you know it is hot.
sizzles
100
What does Danitra's trip inspire Zuri to do?
To put up a map and plan future trips to different places
100
what figurative language is "Noticing Nina"
alliteration
200
How does Zuri feel when Danitra wants Zuri to see her off at the train? A.) angry B.) fearful C.) excited
A.) angry
200
Why does Danitra think Zuri might like visiting the country
she would enjoy swimming in the lake
200
She is very _______ about her choices; no other fruit is acceptable.
particular
200
Who did Zuri notice and why didn't she notice her before?
Nina, she was too busy hanging out with Danitra
200
What type of figurative language is "the sky, like a thick overcoat buttoned up with stars"
simile
300
Why does Danitra compare the night sky to an overcoat? A.) because both are big B.) because both are comforting C.) because both are thick and heavy
B.) because both are comforting
300
Why does Danitra refuse to jump down from the tree?
she is too smart and does not want to do something dangerous
300
The stars were _____________ brightly in the sky.
sparkling
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"that dance beat sizzles up through the concrete, grabbing hold of my feet.”
Personification
400
Why does Danitra think Zuri might like being in the country? A.) She could watch different insects. B.) She would have many more friends. C.) She would enjoy swimming in the lake.
A.) She could watch different insects.
400
What does Zuri learn about friendship while Danitra is away?
Zuri learns she can make new friends, such as Nina. She also learns that writing letters can help friends stay in touch.
400
Will you ________ along the path or run fast?
stroll
400
On p.87 How do we know that Zuri hurt Danitra's feelings?
the phone went silent
400
Danitra talked a blue streak about her trip
idiom
500
How can readers tell this is a narrative poem? A.) It exaggerates the strength of a hero. B.) It tells a story. C.) It has events that could not really happen.
B.) It tells a story.
500
How does Zuri feel before she reads Danitra's first letter? How does she feel after she reads it?
Before she reads it, she is worried because she was mean to Danitra before she left. After she reads it, she feels happy because Danitra said 'I wish you were here' Now she knows they are still friends.
500
Giving up, Maz said," I __________".
surrender
500
Did Danitra seem angry with Zuri in her first letter? How do you know?
Danitra wasn’t angry because she wrote that she wished Zuri was with her.
500
Man eating wasps
hyperbole