Music for My Mother

This selection is an example of a

• nonfiction

• nonfiction narrative

• fiction

• fiction narrative

A nonfiction narrative is a

• type of writing in which multiple authors make up a story

• type of writing in which the author tells an untrue story

• type of writing in which the author creates a new story

• type of writing in which an author tells a true story

What did the author's brother like to do after dinner?

• write stories

• eat dessert

• play guitar

• do laundry

Why did Pedrito sing traditional songs instead of popular songs ?

• He wanted to make his mother feel good.

• He wanted to learn Spanish history.

• He didn't like popular songs.

• He was not allowed to listen to popular songs.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Was Mama comfortable speaking English?

• yes

• no

How old was the author when she came to the United States?

• 11

• 7

• 4

• 9

What was Papa's occupation/job?

• teacher

• carpenter

• dentist

• grocery clerk

Why did the two children learn to take care of themselves at an early age?

• Their parents were lazy.

• Their parents had to take care of their elderly parents.

• Their parents worked long hours.

• Their parents were alcoholics.

Why did the author's family attract attention on Sundays and holidays?

• They acted strange.

• They wore dress/formal clothes.

• They talked loudly.

• They asked many questions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What did traditional music do for mother?

• It made mother relax and remember her homeland.

• It made mother angry.

• It made mother want to cook traditional meals for her family.

• It made mother enjoy her time with her grandchildren.