Treasure of Lemon Brown

Front

Why does Greg enter the building where Lemon Brown is staying?

Back

Greg enters the building because he knows his father will lecture him when he goes home.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What conflict do Greg and Lemon Brown share?

Back

Greg and Lemon Brown share the conflict of having to face a group of thugs.

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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

In the exposition of 'The Treasure of Lemon Brown,' why is Greg in trouble?

Back

Greg is in trouble because he is in danger of failing math.

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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

Why did Lemon Brown give the harmonica and news clippings to his son?

Back

Lemon Brown gave these items to his son so he would know about his father's achievements.

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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 does Lemon Brown mean when he says, 'Every man got a treasure'?

Back

This line highlights the theme that everyone has something valuable in their life.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Treasure of Lemon Brown'?

Back

The main theme is that true treasure is not material wealth, but the memories and legacies we hold.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Greg's relationship with his father influence his actions in the story?

Back

Greg's fear of his father's lecture drives him to seek refuge with Lemon Brown.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role do the thugs play in the story?

Back

The thugs represent external conflict and danger that both Greg and Lemon Brown must confront.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What does the harmonica symbolize in the story?

Back

The harmonica symbolizes Lemon Brown's past and the importance of family heritage.

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Greg's perception of treasure change throughout the story?

Back

Greg learns that treasure is not just about money, but about personal connections and memories.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3