Comprehension
Why does the author's teen self feel humiliated? (Electric Boogaloo)
His shirt got stuck to the floor during a break-dancing performance
What is the definition of immense?
HUGE
Which comment most clearly shows the author of "Just Be Yourself" enjoys their work?
1. Don't recognize me without that awful perm, do you?
2. You'll eventually find something you're good at, I promise.
2. You'll eventually find something you're good at, I promise.
Which word in the sentence has the strongest connotation?
Don't lie there in bed, your guts churning, as you replay the terrible scene.
churning
Why does the author's teen self spend so much time in the library? (Just Be Yourself)
She feels like an outsider
What is the definition numerous?
MANY
Which detail most shows that the author of Electric Boogaloo wanted to be famous?
1. "Would success have gone to your head?"
2. "You imagined the roaring crowd lifting you onto their shoulders."
2. "You imagined the roaring crowd lifting you onto their shoulders."
Which two words best describe the author's tone in Electric Boogaloo?
1. kindly
2. formal
3. amused
kindly, amused
What advice does the author of "You Are the Electric Boogaloo" give his teen self?
Keep dancing, for it is making you a creative and interesting person
What is the definition of majestic?
GRAND or IMPRESSIVE
In Electric Boogaloo, which one is most likely the purpose for writing the letter?
1. to show compassion for his younger self
2. to keep his younger self from making mistakes
1. to show compassion for his younger self
What feeling does the word churning invoke?
discomfort
What activity does the author's teen self truly enjoy in "Just Be Yourself"?
Reading
What is the meaning of the Latin suffix -ous?
characterized by or full of
How does the author of Electric Boogaloo view his failures as a break-dancing teen as an adult?
He views them as humorous
Which sentence is an example of an indicative verb mood?
1. Break-dancing dates back to the 1970s.
2. If you would like your dancing to improve, practice.
1. Break-dancing dates back to the 1970s.
What does the author encourage her teen self to do? (Just Be Yourself)
Get to know herself over time
Mischief means "playful but annoying behavior"
If someone suggests a mischievous idea, what does that mean about the activity they want to do?
The idea is about an activity that sounds like fun but is going to cause trouble
Which quote best supports the idea that the author of Electric Boogaloo sees his failures as a teen as humorous?
1. Humiliation and hilarity are closely linked
2. You spin on your backs.
1. Humiliation and hilarity are closely linked
Which sentences is an example of an imperative verb mood?
1. We often face difficult choices in life.
2. Trust yourself to make the right decision.
2. Trust yourself to make the right decision.