"Red Roses" Non-fiction Narrative

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The narrative voice, Lila, tells a story about something that happened when she was in . . .

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middle school.

Front

Lila believes that the most important thing for students her age is fitting in.

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fitting in.

Front

The other character featured in "Red Roses" who causes Lila grief is . . .

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a boy named Derek.

Front

Which of the following words best describes Lila's feelings about the gifts she has received? Grateful -- she is happy that someone cares enough give her gifts. Resentful -- she grows angry over the unwanted attention. Indifferent -- she does not have strong feelings one way or the other. Romantic -- she cannot wait for her admirer to ask her out for a date.

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Resentful -- she grows angry over the unwanted attention.

Front

What does Lila do with the gifts she receives from her admirer?

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She hides them in the back of her closet.

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Lila's conflict in the story, her annoyance over the gifts, reaches its climax in which of the following places? Cafeteria, Gym, Band room, Science class

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Cafeteria

Front

What is the final gift she receives from her admirer?

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Flowers

Front

Why does Lila accept the final gift and carry it with her all day, even though she resents both the gesture and the person giving it to her in such a public place?

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She sacrifices her own feelings to spare his.