"First Day Fly" By Jason Reynolds

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What are the two days that matter to the narrator in 'First Day Fly'?

Back

Their birthday and the first day of school.

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What is the author's purpose in describing the action of licking your thumb?

Back

To show determination.

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What are the narrator's thoughts about Thomas Baker?

Back

They think Thomas Baker is mean.

Front

What tool is used to attack Thomas Baker's boot mud?

Back

A protractor.

Front

What is the purpose of licking your thumb and scrubbing the brown crust from your babies?

Back

To bring them back to life.

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What does the narrator feel about the first day of school?

Back

It is a significant day filled with emotions.

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How does the narrator describe their birthday?

Back

As one of the most important days of the year.

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What emotions does the narrator associate with the first day of school?

Back

Excitement and nervousness.

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What does the narrator think about the importance of school?

Back

School is a place for growth and learning.

Front

How does the narrator's view of Thomas Baker affect their experience?

Back

It creates tension and influences their feelings about school.