Fish Cheeks

Front

What emotion did Amy feel during the dinner with her family?

Back

Embarrassment about the way her family members were eating.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

How does the description of the cod contribute to the overall tone of the passage?

Back

The cod is described as 'slimy' with 'bulging eyes,' which contributes to a horrified tone.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is the meaning of the word 'despair' as used in the passage?

Back

Misery.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

What does the word 'grimace' mean in the context of the passage?

Back

Frown.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What feeling did the author experience upon seeing the food her mother was cooking?

Back

Shame.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

What cultural aspect is highlighted in the story 'Fish Cheeks'?

Back

The contrast between Amy's Chinese heritage and her desire to fit in with American culture.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does peer perception influence Amy's feelings during the dinner?

Back

She is concerned about how her peers will view her family's customs and food.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

What literary device is used when describing the food in the passage?

Back

Imagery, as it evokes sensory experiences and emotions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Front

What lesson does Amy learn by the end of the story?

Back

She learns to embrace her cultural identity and appreciate her family's traditions.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does the author convey the theme of identity in 'Fish Cheeks'?

Back

Through Amy's internal conflict between her cultural background and her desire for acceptance.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2