What is the meaning of the word “myriad” as used in the text?
A countless or great number
What should we do with our dreams according to the text?
Share them with the world despite the unfairness
The people in “We wear a mask” use a masquerade to accomplish what?
Disguise their pain
Which Standard/TEK measures your ability to use appropriate text evidence?
A. 6C
B. 7B
C. 5F
5F
What is the theme of Unit 4?
Coming of Age
What is the speaker’s attitude towards the act of wearing a mask as described in the poem?
They despise it
According to the text, how should we respond to ignorance?
By ignoring it as best as we can
Why is it important that the mask “hides cheeks and shades eyes” instead of the nose, teeth, ears, etc?
These parts are important for making expressions of emotion.
Which Standard/TEK measures your ability to interpret the effect of character’s motivations that drive a text to its conclusion?
A. 6C
B. 7B
C. 5F
7B
What is the first Essential Question for Unit 4?
How can growing up and experiencing adolescence impact or change an individual’s identity?
What should we “freshen” with “ferocious lines of potent poetry”, as suggested by the author?
Our mouth
According to the poem, what does the mask hide besides fears?
Character and promise
What does the speaker in the poem 'Jabari Unmasked' imply by using the word 'guile'?
To criticize the use of deceitful tactics
Which Standard/TEK measures your ability to interpret the effect of character’s motivations that drive a text to its conclusion?
A. 5F
B. 9F
C. 8F
9F
True or False:
The teachers will decide on who will fill group roles and responsibilities for all groups.
False
What do these lines reveal about the speaker?
We’d shrink our own hearts
Down to nothing, and that we
Would regret. Better to let our anger go, and smile
The speaker doesn’t want society’s judgements to change them into a hateful person, so they choose to stay positive.
What are the themes of this poem?
Self-acceptance and the author's purpose of exploring the challenges young individuals of color face in embracing their true selves/Hiding your true self in a judgemental world.
What does the author suggest is the nature of emotions felt, as described in the text?
Subtle and Complex
What is the difference between the TEK/Standard 5F and 6C
In 5F you have to use appropriate text evidence, but in 6C you have to explain the text evidence to show understanding.
True or False:
The PBA for Unit 4 is only a one pager and decorative cup.
False
How do character motivations affect the conclusion of "Jabari Unmasked"?
Jabari's desire for self-acceptance and his fear of judgment, drives the poem's conclusion by highlighting the importance of embracing one's true identity and finding the courage to be oneself.
What is the mood, voice, and tone within this poem?
Self-acceptance and the author's purpose of exploring the challenges young individuals of color face in embracing their true selves/Hiding your true self in a judgemental world.
How does the text "Jabari Unmasked" connect to real-world social issues?
Jabari Unmasked" connects to real-world social issues by addressing themes of identity, self-acceptance, and societal expectations. The poem explores the pressure individuals face to conform to certain standards and the importance of embracing one's true self.
What Standards/TEKs are represented in the following question?
How do character motivations affect the conclusion of "Jabari Unmasked"? Use text evidence to support your answer.
7B
5F
What is the Unit 4 PBA project?
Groups must read and analyze a book. After this, you must create a decorative cup that represents the book, a "nutritional label" and include a "recipe" that explains the importance and meaning of your designs.