"Checkouts" Practice Flashcard

Front

What does deftly mean?

Back

Skillfully and quickly.

Front

Why does the girl like to grocery shop?

Back

She likes to think, relax and wander.

Front

What was ironic about the girl and the bag boy meeting up a second time at the grocery store?

Back

Neither of them hinted they had been obsessing over each other.

Front

Who is the author of 'Checkouts'?

Back

Cynthia Rylant.

Front

Who did the girl fall in love with?

Back

The bag boy.

Front

What is the main theme of 'Checkouts'?

Back

The complexities of young love and the significance of everyday experiences.

Front

What literary device is used when the girl and the bag boy do not express their feelings?

Back

Irony.

Front

What does the setting of a grocery store symbolize in 'Checkouts'?

Back

A place of everyday life where significant moments can occur.

Front

How does the girl's perspective on shopping reflect her character?

Back

It shows her introspective nature and desire for personal space.

Front

What role does the bag boy play in the girl's life?

Back

He represents a romantic interest and a source of excitement.