Reading Comprehension
Why Mami burst out crying at anything?
She is upset because she is getting a divorce.
corny
adj. excessively sentimental
Tía Lola is coming to visit from ___.
Dominican Republic
queasy
adj. a feeling of nausea
Who is the author of the story?
Julia Alvarez
There are not many Latinos in the community. Miguel mentioned he hasn't made any friends in three weeks. His dark hair and brown skin stand out which makes him feel different.
scowls
v. frowns in an angry or bad-tempered way
The family moved to ___ from ____
Vermont, New York
disperses
v. to go in different directions and disappear.
Who is the illustrator of the story?
Ricardo E. Martinez Camacho
What was Miguel's conflict with his aunt's visit?
He will like Papi to come instead; He refuse to speak Spanish
nudges
v. pushes against gently
The family mostly ate at____ in exchange for ___.
Rudy's Restaurant; Spanish lessons.
wears out
v. diminishes; fades
Name the four types of sentences
Interrogative; Exclamative; Declarative; Imperative
Explain the sentimental value of the blue bowl.
From that bowl Miguel's mother and father fed each other spoonfuls of cake the day they got married. It brings memories when they got married.
swarms
v. moves, crowds, or overruns somewhere in large groups
Miguel paged Tía Lola at the airport. What did he say? What did Juanita said?
Miguel said: Tia Lola, Te quiero Mucho
Juanita said: Hola Tia Lola, Te esperamos en el mostrador
blubbers
v. utters while crying and sobbing.
What is a dictionary?
A dictionary is a reference book that contains words in alphabetical order. It contains definitions, parts of speech, etymology, syllabification, and information about usage.
How do you think that Tía Lola will change the family's life?
Open answer.
Supporting the mother. Bring happiness in their lives by being there for them. She seems like a very happy/fun person to be with. The kids won't be alone after school.
budge
v. to alter physical position or attitude.
How did the kids reacted when they saw Tia Lola?
The hugged her as hard as they could.
good sport
n. one known for a willing acceptance of rules, especially of a game, or a difficult situation.
Write a complete sentence at the board;
\Write a sentence fragment at the board
Open answer. Teacher checks