Literary Elements Test (Fish Cheeks)

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What is the main theme of 'Fish Cheeks'?

Back

The main theme is the struggle between cultural identity and the desire to fit in.

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Define 'character development' in literature.

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Character development refers to the process of a character changing and evolving throughout a story.

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What point of view is 'Fish Cheeks' told from?

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It is told from the first person point of view.

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What does the term 'cultural identity' mean?

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Cultural identity refers to the feeling of belonging to a group, influenced by culture, ethnicity, and traditions.

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Explain the significance of the narrator's mother in 'Fish Cheeks'.

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The narrator's mother represents cultural pride and the importance of embracing one's heritage.

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What does the phrase 'You must be proud you are different' imply?

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It implies that one should embrace their uniqueness and cultural background rather than feel ashamed.

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What does the narrator feel anxious about during the dinner?

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The narrator feels anxious about how her crush, Robert, will perceive her family's Chinese traditions.

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Identify an example of internal conflict in 'Fish Cheeks'.

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The narrator struggles between her desire to fit in with American culture and her pride in her Chinese heritage.

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What role does food play in 'Fish Cheeks'?

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Food symbolizes cultural identity and the narrator's feelings of embarrassment and pride.

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What does the narrator learn by the end of the story?

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