"The Banana Tree" Flashcard Review

Front

In “The Banana Tree,” where does the family go to seek protection from the storm?

Back

a school

Front

In “The Banana Tree,” what attitude do Mr. and Mrs. Bass have toward the storm?

Back

They know the storm is dangerous, but they are confident they will be safe.

Front

In “The Banana Tree,” how does Gustus feel about his father?

Back

He feels that his father does not understand his needs.

Front

In “The Banana Tree,” why is protecting the banana tree so important to Gustus?

Back

He wants to sell the bananas to buy shoes.

Front

How does Gustus get to the other side of the river?

Back

He climbs the debris caught by the wrecked bridge.

Front

What is most likely to be described as tempestuous? Options: a car, a storm, a friend, a shelter.

Back

a storm

Front

relentlessly

Back

The team kept playing as hard as they could.

Front

Which of these is an example of a calamity?
Options: two friends making up, losing at a board game, climbing a tall mountain, a home being destroyed

Back

a home being destroyed

Front

Which choice best describes Gustus’s attitude toward the storm? Options: panicked, sorrowful, determined, unconcerned

Back

determined

Front

In “The Banana Tree,” how does Mr. Bass most likely feel after he hears Gustus’s explanation for returning home? Options: He feels proud that his son was so brave. He feels angry that his son disobeyed him. He feels annoyed that his son acted foolishly. He feels guilty that he did not give his son shoes.

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He feels guilty that he did not give his son shoes.