"The Scholarship Jacket" Practice Flashcard

Front

What is the significance of the scholarship jacket in the story?

Back

The scholarship jacket symbolizes academic achievement and the values of hard work and merit, as it is awarded to the student with the highest grades.

Front

Who traditionally receives the scholarship jacket?

Back

The scholarship jacket has always been awarded to the student who has earned the highest grades.

Front

Describe the character of Marta in 'The Scholarship Jacket'.

Back

Marta is determined, proud, and stands up for her beliefs, especially regarding the scholarship jacket.

Front

What role does Mr. Boone play in the story?

Back

Mr. Boone is the principal who introduces a new policy regarding the scholarship jacket, which creates conflict.

Front

What does the argument between Mr. Boone and Mr. Schmidt represent?

Back

The argument represents the conflict in the story, highlighting issues of fairness and integrity.

Front

How does Marta's grandfather influence her actions?

Back

Marta's grandfather is a source of support and wisdom, encouraging her to stand firm against unfair treatment.

Front

What is the theme of 'The Scholarship Jacket'?

Back

The theme revolves around the importance of integrity, the value of hard work, and the challenges of standing up for one's rights.

Front

What does the term 'inciting incident' mean in the context of a story?

Back

The inciting incident is an event that introduces the main conflict of the story, setting the plot in motion.

Front

How does the setting of a small Texas school impact the story?

Back

The small Texas school setting emphasizes the close-knit community and the significance of traditions like the scholarship jacket.

Front

What does Marta's refusal to pay for the jacket signify?

Back

Marta's refusal to pay signifies her belief that the scholarship jacket should be awarded based on merit, not financial means.