Jose! Born to Dance: Comprehension

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What does the metaphor 'New York is a cemetery' mean in the context of Jose's story?

Back

It means Jose's dream of being an artist ended there.

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CCSS.RI.3.7

CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RL.3.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

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Why did Jose and his family move to Nogales?

Back

They moved to escape the civil war.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the MAIN reason the author uses Spanish words in the article?

Back

To show Jose's heritage.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Why does the author describe different types of dancing at the beginning of the article?

Back

To show how Jose responded to each dance.

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

Front

When did Jose first see dancers?

Back

When he went with Charlotte to a dance concert.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

Front

What is a metaphor?

Back

A figure of speech that compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

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What does heritage mean?

Back

Heritage refers to the traditions, culture, and history passed down from previous generations.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

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Why is it important to understand a character's background in a story?

Back

It helps readers understand their motivations and actions.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What role does family play in Jose's journey?

Back

Family provides support and influences his decisions and dreams.

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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 is the significance of dance in Jose's life?

Back

Dance represents his passion, dreams, and a way to express himself.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9