Waste Not Want Not

Front

What does the phrase 'held our breath' suggest about the narrator and Josh?

Back

They are waiting anxiously to see what Mother will do next.

Front

How are the narrator and Josh alike?

Back

They both are interested in watching their mother solve her problem.

Front

How does the narrator's point of view influence the description of events?

Back

The narrator thinks the events are funny, so she describes them in a humorous way.

Front

Which quotation best supports a theme of the story?

Back

"My mother believed in using things up." (paragraph 1)

Front

What idea does the sentence 'It was as though time stood still' develop?

Back

Nobody moved or spoke.

Front

What is the main theme of 'Waste Not Want Not'?

Back

The importance of using resources wisely and not wasting them.

Front

Define 'theme' in literature.

Back

The central topic, subject, or message within a story.

Front

What does it mean to 'use things up'?

Back

To consume or utilize resources fully until they are no longer available.

Front

What is the significance of the characters' actions in the story?

Back

Their actions reflect their values and beliefs about resourcefulness.

Front

How can humor influence a story's tone?

Back

Humor can make the story more engaging and light-hearted.