Jose! Born to Dance! Comprehension Flashcard

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How does the author organize the events in Jose's life?

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In the time order they happened.

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What is the MAIN reason the author uses Spanish words?

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To show Jose's heritage.

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Why does the author describe different types of dancing at the beginning of the story?

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To show how Jose responded to each dance.

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When did Jose first see dancers?

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When Papa took him to the theater.

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What does the metaphor, 'New York is a cemetery,' mean?

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Jose's dream of being an artist ended there.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that compares two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as.'

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What does 'heritage' mean?

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The traditions, culture, and history passed down from previous generations.

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What is the purpose of using descriptive language in a story?

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To create vivid images in the reader's mind and enhance the storytelling.

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What is the significance of dance in Jose's life?

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It represents his passion and dreams of becoming an artist.

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What does 'responded' mean in the context of the story?

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To react or show feelings towards something.