Comprehension
What is the conflict the narrator faces when he sees a white woman needing help?
He wants to help the lady however he is worried that she will react negatively because he is a black man and she doesn't know him.
What does prejudice mean?
To judge someone unfairly without good reason
What is the main Character's name
Jesus Colon
What does conflict mean?
A problem
True or False: They are traveling in a car.
False
What decision does the narrator make about the conflict?
He does not help the woman.
What does courtesy mean?
to be respectful, polite or use good manners
Who looked like they needed help when they got on the train?
The white lady
What is the conflict in the story?
Jesus Colon is trying to decide if he should help the lady on the train or not
What time of day is it?
Midnight
What does Jesus Colon say that he will do next time he is in a situation like this one (When someone needs help)?
He is determined to act differently in the future. He will help someone in need next time.
What does insensitive mean?
Not caring about a person's need
How many Children were with the lady on the train?
3
If there is a problem between two characters in a story is that an external or internal conflict?
External Conflict
Where are they?
Train/Train Station
At the end of the selection, explain how the author feels about his decision concerning the lady on the train.
He feels bad (shameful and regretful) for not helping the lady.
At the end of the selection what lesson does the narrator want to present?
Do the right thing, even if you feel uncomfortable.
What were the two things that the lady was carrying?
A baby and a suitcase
If the problem in the story is that a character is trying to make a decision inside his/her mind, is that an external or internal conflict?
Internal
What year is it?
1955 or 1956
Explain the problem that the woman is having while traveling on the subway. Why does it look like she needs help?
She has 3 children and a suitcase with her which makes it difficult to travel and move through the train station.
What are CHARACTER TRAITS?
Words that describe character's personality
Why did Jesus Colon compare himself to a rude animal?
He felt like he should have helped the lady
What did Jesus Colon decide to do?
He decided not to help the lady
Why is the year an important part of the story/setting?
Racism towards black and Spanish people was common at that time. Thus, there was a lot of racial tension around.