Bronx Masquerade pp 29-73

Why is Devon frustrated by the nickname "Jump Shot?"

• Because he is a better rebounder

• Because he is not as good at basketball as Diondra, and he's embarrassed about that.

• Because Wesley and Tyrone don't like basketball

• Because he knows that people who call him that only see him as a basketball player.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What text provides the best evidence that Devon wants to be seen as more than a basketball player?

• "I've got good height and good hands, and that's a fact."

• "The law is to be cool, be tough, play ball, and use books for weight training--not reading."

• But it's not you they like. It's Mr. Basketball. And if that's not who are inside, than what's the point?"

• "B-ball is all right."

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

Which of these would be a suitable theme for Devon Hope's chapter?

• Don't let people put you in a box.

• Focus on what you do well.

• Insecurity

• The library is a good place to visit.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does seeing Janelle in the library influence Devon's thinking?

• Seeing her makes him want to be play basketball well to impress her.

• Seeing her makes him want to be himself.

• Seeing her makes him want to protect her from those who insult her.

• Seeing her depresses him.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Why does Devon call himself "Surprise?"

• Because he likes jumping out from behind corners to scare people

• Because he wants to surprise everyone with just how good he is at basketball.

• Because he is ready to reveal his true self to his classmates.

• Because he decides he needs a nickname.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

What would be the best theme statement for Lupe Algarin's chapter?

• Babies fix everything.

• You need someone in your life to make you happy.

• Family is important.

• Loneliness can cause people to make questionable choices.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which quote from the text is the best evidence to support your answer in question 6?

• "Gloria, you have no idea how lucky you are."

• "I should make a baby of my own. Maybe that's the answer."

• "We'd make pretty babies together."

• "There's nobody here to love me now."

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

What can we infer about Lupe from Tyrone's response to her poem?

• She seems distant and unhappy at school.

• She has babies on the brain.

• She is jealous of Gloria.

• TYRONE!

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What does Gloria mean when she says, "Fun ain't even in my vocabulary anymore?"

• She can't remember what the word means.

• There is nothing in her life that can be considered "fun" anymore.

• She has no time for parties and hanging out.

• She is upset at Lupe for asking.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

What quote is the strongest piece of evidence that Gloria regrets having a baby?

• "I was stupid to think I could do this on my own."

• "If I could go back, do things over...but I can't. No sense dreaming about it."

• "How can I get through to her?"

• "But I've got to make it, and I've got to go to college."

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8