My Name Is Ines
In what country was Ines born?
Buenos Aires
Who named the author of this story?
Her brother
Where was Shaima born?
Afghanistan
How long has Ta Nehisi Coates been studying French?
Three years
What is narrative writing?
Writing that tells a story?
Why did Ines's family have to close the gates at their home every night?
How did the author's little brother feel when he learned he had a baby sister?
He was angry/upset/disappointed
What is Shaima's career goal?
She wants to be a teacher.
Where is Coates when he is writing this narrative?
In Montreal.
What is "plot"?
The action in the story. What happens.
What happened on the first day of school in LA that was painful for Ines?
Her teacher mispronounced her name.
How does the author feel about her name now?
She likes it.
What ESOL Level did Shaima start in?
ESOL Level 1
True or False: Coates speaks very good, fluent French.
False
What is "climax" in a narrative story?
The most interesting or exciting moment in the story.
Who picked Ines and her family at the airport in LA?
Her tia (aunt)
What kind of tone does the author use in this narrative?
An informal tone
In Shaima's family who helped and supported her to graduate?
Her husband.
What has been the hardest and most rewarding experience of Coates's life?
Learning French
What is the purpose of the introduction paragraph in a narrative essay?
To grab the reader's attention
What is the theme of this story?
Memories, family, and culture help shape who we are.
Why did the author's parents let her brother choose her name?
To help her brother get excited about his new sister.
What does Shaima believe about education?
Education can shape the future and impact children's lives.
What is the theme of this story?
Learning something new is difficult, but worth the effort.
What is the purpose of a conclusion paragraph in a narrative essay?
Reflect on what you learned, summarize, and review your theme.