Fiction - The Winter Hibiscus

What does the figurative language in paragraph 15 help the reader understand about the flower?

• It stands out in its surroundings.

• It prefers to grow in the shade.

• It is a color that is difficult to describe.

• It is growing poorly in the greenhouse.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which sentence suggests that Saeng's main conflict in the excerpt will be resolved?

• The leaves on the shrub were of the same distinct serrated heart shape, but its flower looked--wrong, somehow. (paragraph 6)

• A slow smile deepened the wrinkles in her face. (paragraph 8)

• As she led the way there, the florist started talking again. (paragraph 8)

• Only half listening, Saeng wished that there were a polite way she could excuse herself and leave. (paragraph 11)

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

Why is the leaf Saeng carries important in the excerpt?

• It helps Saeng find a plant that causes her to have vivid memories of her childhood.

• It was given to Saeng by someone important to Saeng during her childhood.

• It leads Saeng to discover a new and beautiful plant.

• It is essential in teaching Saeng about her past.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does the change in settings from the nursery to the greenhouse advance the plot?

• By forcing Saeng to develop a relationship with the elderly woman.

• By causing Saeng to identify a problem and find a solution to it.

• By teaching Saeng to compromise in difficult situations.

• By allowing Saeng to make the discovery despite her doubts.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3