Martina the Beautiful Cockroach

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What is the significance of the sentence 'Daintily, she sat down and crossed her legs, and crossed her legs, and crossed her legs' in the story?

Back

The author wanted readers to laugh.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is the main problem faced by Martina in the story?

Back

Finding husbands to choose from will be very easy - picking the right one could be tricky.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

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Why did Martina pour two cups of coffee on Don Largarto?

Back

Because she really wanted to get rid of him.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

Front

How does Perez differ from Martina's other suitors?

Back

Perez is kind and polite, while the other animals were selfish and rude.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What does Abuela's offer of advice instead of a gift suggest about her character?

Back

She is old and wise.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

Front

What theme is illustrated by Martina's struggle to choose a husband?

Back

The theme of choice and the complexity of relationships.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

How does humor play a role in the story of Martina the Beautiful Cockroach?

Back

Humor is used to engage readers and highlight the absurdity of the situations.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What character traits make Martina a unique protagonist?

Back

Martina is beautiful, independent, and has high standards for her suitors.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What lesson can be learned from Abuela's character in the story?

Back

Wisdom and experience are valuable, and advice can be more meaningful than material gifts.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

How does the author use animals to convey human traits in the story?

Back

The author anthropomorphizes animals to reflect human behaviors and social dynamics.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5