Bintou's Braids Flashcard

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What is the genre of Bintou's Braids?

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Realistic Fiction

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How does Bintou feel about not getting braids?

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Disappointed

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Why didn't Bintou get braids in the end?

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Because she was too young for braids.

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Why did Bintou want braids?

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She didn't think she looked pretty with her tuffs.

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What do the sentences "I am the girl with birds in her hair. The sun follows me and I'm happy" suggest about Bintou's feelings?

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Proud of her unique look.

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What does 'realistic fiction' mean?

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A genre of literature that tells a story that could happen in real life.

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What does it mean to feel 'disappointed'?

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To feel sad or unhappy because something did not happen as expected.

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What is the significance of Bintou's tuffs?

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They represent her natural hair and how she feels about her appearance.

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What can we learn about Bintou's character from her desire for braids?

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She values her appearance and seeks approval from others.

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What does it mean to be 'proud'?

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To feel pleased or satisfied about something you have done or who you are.