Speak 2nd Marking Period Flashcard

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What does Melinda have for Thanksgiving dinner?

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Melinda has pizza for Thanksgiving dinner.

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What is Melinda thankful for on Thanksgiving Day?

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Melinda is thankful for her mom going into work.

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What does Melinda do to herself when she is nervous?

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Melinda bites her lower lip until it bleeds when she is nervous.

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What statement does Mr. Neck make in class that David Petrakis argues against?

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Mr. Neck states that the United States should have closed its borders in 1900.

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Melinda hangs a poster of whom in her closet?

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Melinda hangs a poster of Maya Angelou in her closet.

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What is the significance of Thanksgiving in Melinda's life?

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Thanksgiving highlights Melinda's feelings of isolation and her complex relationship with her family.

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How does Melinda's character develop throughout the story?

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Melinda evolves from a silent sufferer to someone who begins to find her voice and express her trauma.

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What role does art play in Melinda's healing process?

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Art serves as a form of expression and a coping mechanism for Melinda as she navigates her trauma.

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Who is David Petrakis and what role does he play in the story?

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David Petrakis is a classmate of Melinda's who stands up against Mr. Neck's unfair statements.

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What does the poster of Maya Angelou symbolize for Melinda?

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The poster symbolizes Melinda's admiration for strong women and her desire to find her own strength.