Me and Uncle Romie - Comprehension - Journeys

Front

What is the main feeling James has about Uncle Romie at first?

Back

He feels he and his uncle have nothing in common.

Front

Why is the first-person point of view important in the story?

Back

It shows how James feels about his uncle's art.

Front

What does James initially think about Uncle Romie's artwork?

Back

He thinks it sounds easy.

Front

What sentence shows a change in James's feelings about Uncle Romie?

Back

It turns out Uncle Romie knows all about baseball—he was even a star pitcher in college.

Front

What is the main theme of the passage?

Back

Sometimes our first impressions of people can be wrong.

Front

What does 'first-person point of view' mean?

Back

A narrative style where the story is told from the perspective of a character using 'I' or 'we'.

Front

What is a key characteristic of Uncle Romie's paintings?

Back

They reflect the culture and vibrancy of Harlem.

Front

How does James's perception of Harlem change throughout the story?

Back

He begins to appreciate its beauty and rhythm through Uncle Romie's art.

Front

What does it mean to have a 'first impression'?

Back

The initial opinion or feeling about someone or something when first encountered.

Front

Why is it important to understand a character's feelings in a story?

Back

It helps readers connect with the character and understand their actions.