Yasmeen's Turn - Multiple Choice

As her family prepares for the holiday Eid-ul-Fitr, how is Yasmeen's experience this year different from other years?

• A) She feels proud of her family this year.

• B) She feels worried about school this year.

• C) She thinks about getting dressed up this year.

• D) She wants to spend time with the other ladies this year.

Based on paragraphs 10 and 11, what does Yasmeen understand about her father?

• A) He prefers old books over new books.

• B) The Koran is very precious to him.

• C) Reading is one of his favorite activities.

• D) He thinks the Koran is too delicate to take to school.

What is the most important way that paragraphs 13 and 14 develop the story?

• A) They show the process of making henna paste.

• B) They provide additional details about the setting.

• C) They present a hint about how the problem will be solved.

• D) They provide information about the characters' appearance.

In paragraphs 12 and 19, what does the reader learn about how Yasmeen's family celebrates Eid-ul-Fitr?

• A) Jewelry is exchanged at the celebration.

• B) Hand painting is done first at the celebration.

• C) Herbs are used for cooking during the celebration.

• D) Dressing in fine clothing is part of the celebration.

In paragraph 25, the narrator explains that Yasmeen "felt herself gasp" to show that Yasmin feels

• A) surprised by the teacher's response

• B) nervous about what will happen next

• C) confused by her classmates' requests

• D) afraid to tell her parents about what happened

What is the most important lesson that Yasmeen learns in the story?

• A) Family belongings should be treated with respect.

• B) Sharing family traditions can be rewarding.

• C) Sharing holidays with family is important.

• D) Family traditions change over time.