Just a Trim

Why does the playwright include the 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

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Why does Jeremiah use the simile in line 31?

• He is describing what appears to be a horrible hair cut

• He just likes to tease his sister

• He thinks that she resembles their dog

• Her does not want to compliment his sister

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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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Using context clues, what does the word gusto mean in paragraph 25?

• Concern

• Precision

• Curiosity

• Enthusiasm

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What is the best summary of the play?

• Lonnie wants a haircut like that one sees in a magazine. Asia offers to cut her hair for free, and Lonnie agrees to let her. Jeremiah, Asia's brother, makes comments about Lonnie's hair that worry her. When Lonnie finally sees her finished haircut, she blames Asia for ruining it. She tells Asia to put the apron on so that she can cut her hair into the same style.

• Lonnie sees a hairstyle she likes in a magazine and agrees to let Asia cut her hair. Lonnie worries when Asia won't give her a mirror and Jeremiah comments on her appearance. Asia tries to improve the haircut, but Lonnie is upset when she finally sees it. Asia tries to make her feel better, and the girls decide to get matching haircuts at a salon.

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What is wrong with this summary statement: The girls look through magazines and decide they like a particular haircut. Asia suggests that she can cut Lonnie's hair the same way. Asia persuades to let Lonnie do it by saying she has watched her father cut hair many times. After Asia finishes, the girls plan to go to a Salon and get matching haircuts.

• It leaves out a very important plot detail that creates the climax

• It has false or untrue statements

• It is out of order (sequence of events)

• It does not include the setting of the story

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Why does the playwright include the sensory language in paragraph 43

• to show the reader that Lonnie is overreacting 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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Asia's dialogue in paragraph 51 is important because it shows that she--

• appreciates having a chance to practice cutting hair

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

• prefers having her hair cut by a proffesional

• wants to be a supportive friend

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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 made

• Asia and Lonnie will have their hair cut only by true professionals

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

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

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What is a theme in the play?

• Friends shouldn't cut hair

• A baseball cap can cover up mistakes

• Making a mess will always get you in trouble

• Leave professional things up to a professional

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