Analyze the Text

Analyze the Text

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List one of the three details from the poems that connect to an aspect of Woodson's personality. Cite textual evidence.

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Make Inferences: What do these details suggest about Woodson as a child?

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Why do you think Woodson likes to make up stories so much?

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Woodson's mother worries that if Woodson lies, one day she will steal. Do you think this is a reasonable concern? Explain.

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What have you learned about the challenges and triumphs of growing up from reading this selection?