Way Too Cool

Front

What is the main message of the story 'Way Too Cool'?

Back

You should be honest about who you are.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What is sensory language and how is it used in literature?

Back

Sensory language is descriptive language that engages the senses. In the story, it is used to show what it feels like to have an asthma attack.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

What inference can be made from a character studying the place where their inhaler fell?

Back

The character wants to come back later to find their inhaler.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What is the significance of using third-person point of view in a story?

Back

It allows the author to provide details about characters that they wouldn’t reveal about themselves.

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

How does the setting of a story influence a character's conflict?

Back

The setting can create challenges for the character, such as being at school making it difficult for Aston to admit he has asthma.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Define 'inference' in the context of reading comprehension.

Back

Inference is a conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What role does character honesty play in storytelling?

Back

Character honesty can drive the plot and influence relationships, as seen in the message of 'Way Too Cool'.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

How can sensory details enhance a reader's understanding of a character's experience?

Back

Sensory details create vivid imagery that helps readers empathize with the character's feelings and experiences.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

What is the impact of a character's internal conflict on the story's development?

Back

Internal conflict can create tension and drive character development, influencing their decisions and actions.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Explain the term 'point of view' in literature.

Back

Point of view refers to the perspective from which a story is told, affecting how information is presented to the reader.

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6