Marigolds FLASHCARD

Front

What does Lizabeth mean when she says that 'memory is an abstract painting'?

Back

Our memories are not entirely based in fact and truth.

Front

Define compassion.

Back

A feeling of sympathy for another person's pain and a desire to make it better.

Front

What does the 'cage' symbolize in Lizabeth's story?

Back

Her poverty.

Front

Why did Ms. Lottie grow marigolds?

Back

To create a small patch of beauty and hope.

Front

What emotion does Lizabeth feel towards Ms. Lottie at the end of the story?

Back

Empathy/compassion.

Front

What is the significance of marigolds in the story?

Back

They represent beauty, hope, and the complexity of life.

Front

How does Lizabeth's perspective on childhood change throughout the story?

Back

She transitions from innocence to a deeper understanding of adult complexities.

Front

What role does poverty play in Lizabeth's life?

Back

It shapes her experiences and feelings of confinement.

Front

What does the act of destroying the marigolds symbolize?

Back

A loss of innocence and the struggle against societal constraints.

Front

How does Lizabeth's relationship with her family influence her actions?

Back

Her family's struggles contribute to her feelings of frustration and confusion.