Brown Girl Dreaming Into Literature

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What does the author's family suggest she could be when she grows up?

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a teacher, a lawyer, a hair dresser, all of the above.

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Why does the author write the name Jackie on the board instead of Jacqueline?

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She can't write a 'q' in cursive.

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How does the author show dialogue in 'Brown Girl Dreaming'?

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Italics (slanted) letters.

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What is Woodson jealous of regarding her sister Odella?

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Odella is smart.

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What is a memoir?

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A true story about the author's life.

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What literary device is used to express a character's thoughts in 'Brown Girl Dreaming'?

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Italics.

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What does the author express through her writing in 'Brown Girl Dreaming'?

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Her experiences growing up as an African American girl.

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What role does family play in 'Brown Girl Dreaming'?

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Family influences the author's identity and aspirations.

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What is the significance of the name Jacqueline for the author?

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It represents her true identity.

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How does the author convey her childhood memories?

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Through vivid imagery and personal anecdotes.