Happy New Year!
How long is the celebration in China?
fifteen days
Why doesn't Water ever visit Sun and Moon's house?
What does the author see in the sky ("In the Sky")?
pale flower/buffalo and her baby/giant polar bear/cowboy on his horse
What is another way to say plenty?
a lot
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What do they do to celebrate New Years in the United States?
They have a parade, face painting, fireworks, and ice carving.
Who are the four characters?
Narrator, Sun, Moon, and Water
What does the author mean by "I hate to ruin it with my feet" ("Snow Shape")?
She doesn't want to make the snow dirty or mess it up.
What is ashamed?
To feel bad or guilty about something you did
oa makes the _______ sound.
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What do they do to celebrate the Chinese New Year in China?
They wear red clothing, watch a Chinese lion dance, go to the Lantern Festival, and have a family dinner.
What do Sun and Moon have to do when Water gets to the house?
They have to fly to the sky.
How does the author feel about the snow ("Snow Shape")?
It's fun.
What is alliteration?
same beginning sound (The blue bird bakes briskly.)
oe makes the ________ sound.
What do they compare the plane to in the story?
A whale.
What type of story is this play?
It is an African folktale.
How does the author feel about taking a walk in the fall? ("Nature Walk")
It's exciting and nice.
What is boasting? Give an example.
To talk about how good or cool you are.
For example, saying, "I got a 100! I am the smartest kid in class!"
Which vowel sound is in the word play?
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They both have parades and fireworks/firecrackers.
How does Sun feel about inviting Water AFTER he gets to the house?
He is not sure about the wisdom of inviting Water.
What does the author compare the leaves to ("Nature Walk")?
a blanket
What are customs? Give an example.
things people do again and again
For example, giving red envelopes at Chinese New Year.
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