"Eleven" by Sandra Cisneros

Front

What does Rachel's action of putting the sweater on the corner of her desk signify?

Back

Rachel puts the sweater on the corner of her desk because she knows that it belongs to someone else.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What does the set of wooden nesting dolls symbolize in the story?

Back

The set of wooden nesting dolls symbolizes the complexity of growing older, as perceived by Rachel.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What tone does Sandra Cisneros convey in 'Eleven'?

Back

The tone conveyed is melancholy, reflecting Rachel's feelings about her experiences.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

How does Rachel believe her reaction to the sweater incident would change if she were older?

Back

Rachel feels that if she were 102, she would have been able to stand up for herself.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

What does Rachel mean when she says 'it's too late'?

Back

Rachel means that it is too late for her to have a 'happy' birthday.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is the significance of the sweater in Rachel's story?

Back

The sweater represents feelings of embarrassment and the struggle for identity.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

How does Rachel's age affect her perspective on events in the story?

Back

Rachel's age makes her feel vulnerable and unable to assert herself in difficult situations.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

What lesson does Rachel learn about growing up?

Back

Rachel learns that growing up involves complex emotions and the realization that she cannot always control her feelings.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What role does Mrs. Price play in Rachel's experience?

Back

Mrs. Price represents authority and the source of Rachel's feelings of inadequacy.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

How does the author use imagery to convey Rachel's emotions?

Back

The author uses vivid imagery, such as the sweater and the nesting dolls, to illustrate Rachel's internal struggles.