Jabari 1
Jabari 2
Jabari 3
Unit 4 TEKS
Unit 4 Unpacking
100

What is the meaning of the word “myriad” as used in the text?

A countless or great number

100

What should we do with our dreams according to the text?

Share them with the world despite the unfairness

100

The people in “We wear a mask” use a masquerade to accomplish what?

Disguise their pain

100

Which Standard/TEK measures your ability to use appropriate text evidence? 

A. 6C

B. 7B

C. 5F

5F

100

What is the theme of Unit 4? 

Coming of Age

200

What is the speaker’s attitude towards the act of wearing a mask as described in the poem?

They despise it

200

According to the text, how should we respond to ignorance?

By ignoring it as best as we can

200

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.

200

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

200

What is the first Essential Question for Unit 4?

How can growing up and experiencing adolescence impact or change an individual’s identity?

300

What should we “freshen” with “ferocious lines of potent poetry”, as suggested by the author?

Our mouth

300

According to the poem, what does the mask hide besides fears?

Character and promise

300

What does the speaker in the poem 'Jabari Unmasked' imply by using the word 'guile'?

To criticize the use of deceitful tactics

300

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

300

True or False: 

The teachers will decide on who will fill group roles and responsibilities for all groups. 

False

400
  1. 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.

400

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.

400

What does the author suggest is the nature of emotions felt, as described in the text?

Subtle and Complex

400

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. 

400

True or False: 

The PBA for Unit 4 is only a one pager and decorative cup. 

False

500

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.

500

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.

500

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.

500

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

500

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.