Flush Chapters 1-10

Front

Why does Paine break out of jail?

Back

He believes his free speech rights are being violated.

Front

What inference can be made about Noah’s feelings toward his father’s actions?

Back

Noah understands and supports his father.

Front

What affix is used in the word 'responsibility,' and what does it mean?

Back

the state of being.

Front

What figurative language is used in the sentence: 'The atmosphere in the jail was tense as a rubber band stretched to its limit'?

Back

Simile.

Front

What inference can be made about Shelly’s personality when she decides to help Noah?

Back

She cares about doing what is right.

Front

Define 'free speech.'

Back

The right to express any opinions without censorship or restraint.

Front

What is an inference?

Back

A conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning.

Front

What does the term 'responsibility' mean?

Back

The state or fact of having a duty to deal with something.

Front

Identify an example of simile.

Back

'Her smile was like the sun shining bright.'

Front

What is the main theme of 'Flush'?

Back

The importance of standing up for what is right.