Word of the Day
Which word means "the ability to recover or adjust to change"?
Resilience
What is the main character's first name?
Francisco
Is "love" a topic or a theme?
Topic
Does the circle believe that Cole saw a Spirit Bear?
No.
How has Ms. Tollbom's hair changed since the beginning of the year (besides growing)?
She used to have bangs.
Which word means "who or what a story is about"?
Topic
In the chapter called "The Circuit," what instrument does Mr. Lema want to teach Francisco to play?
Trumpet
Is "Love is blind" a topic or a theme?
Theme
Which character convinces the circle to send Cole back to the island?
Edwin
How many brothers and sisters does Ms. Tollbom have?
One sister, Two Brothers
Which word means "how well things stay the same over time"?
Permanence
In the chapter called "The Circuit," what kind of building does Francisco's family live in?
A garage
Does the sentence "The bird was excited" count as a theme? Bonus points if you know why!
No - It's a summary, not a theme
What is Edwin's argument for why Cole has changed?
Cole went through a life-changing near-death experience.
Where did Ms. Tollbom learn to speak Spanish?
In middle and high school.
Definition of "perseverance"
To keep going, even when it's hard
In "Cotton Sack," what object does Francisco wish he had?
A cotton sack.
Write at least 2 topics from the short film "La Luna"
Answers may vary. Could include: Copying, influence, creativity, perseverance, etc.
What does Cole have to do to go back to the island?
Buy his own supplies and build his own shelter.
Which continents has Ms. Tollbom visited?
North America and Oceania
Definition of "vignette"
A short story with a deep meaning
In "Cotton Sack," how does Francisco warm his hands?
He pees on them.
What was one of the themes from the short film "Piper"?
Answers may vary. Should include an abstract topic and be a complete sentence.
Name at least TWO important characters who do not show up at the most recent circle meeting.
Cole's dad, Peter, Peter's parents, etc.
Where did Ms. Tollbom get her black shoes?
Her cousin