Just a Trim-7th reading

Why does the playwright include stage directions in paragraph 22?

• to imply that Asia is taking the task of cutting Lonnie's hair seriously

• to indicate that both Lonnie and Asia are nervous about the haircut

• to reveal that Asia has more experience cutting hair than she said she did

• to show that Asia is pleased she has a chance to cut someone's hair

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

Why does Lonnie agree to let Asia cut her hair?

• Lonnie decides that a free haircut from Asia is better than paying for a salon haircut.

• Lonnie trusts that Asia's father has taught Asia how to cut hair properly.

• Lonnie knows Asia has access to the right tools for cutting hair.

• Lonnie believes that her hair will look just like the style she wants if Asia cuts it.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What does the word gusto mean in paragraph 25?

• concern

• precision

• curiosity

• enthusiasm

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the best summary of the play?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

Why does the playwright include the sensory language in paragraph 43?

• To show the reader that Lonnie is overreacting to to the situation

• To allow the reader to better visualize the style of the haircut

• To help the reader understand how distraught Lonnie feels

• To tell the reader that Lonnie puts a lot of thought into her hairstyle.

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

Asia's dialogue in paragraph 51 is important because it shows

• appreciates having a chance to practice cutting hair

• is envious of how good her friend's hair looks now

• prefers having her hair cut by a professional

• wants to be supportive of her friend

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What can the reader infer about Asia and Lonnie based on how the play ends?

• Asia and Lonnie will get into trouble for the mess they are in

• Asia and Lonnie will have their hair cut only by professionals in the future

• Asia and Lonnie will continue to be friends despite what has happened

• Asia will choose a hairstyle different from the one Lonnie chose.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7