"The Banana Tree" by James Berry

“It was as if trees crouched quietly in fear” (line 12) is an example of . . .

• Imagery

• Similey

• Metaphor

• Personification

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

“But the wind outside mocked viciously” (line101-102) is an example of . . .

• Imagery

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

“As Gustus turned to get up, a bullet drop of rain struck his temple” (Lines 168-169) is an example of . ..

• Imagery

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

“But a hard gust of wind slammed the wreck, pinning him like a motionless lizard” (lines 209-211) is an example of . . .

• Imagery

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

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CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

What is one of the conflicts in "The Banana Tree"?

• Character vs. Machine

• Character vs. Self

• Character vs. Nature

• Character vs. Society

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CCSS.RL.5.2

What is the climax of the story?

• When Mr. Bass went out looking for Gustus

• When Gustus was trying to save his tree

• When Gustus left the school house

• When the tree had been destroyed and Gustus was unconscious

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CCSS.RL.5.1

What is the resolution of the story

• Gustus and Mr. Bass fix their relationship

• Gustus gets shoes

• Mr. Bass finds Gustus

• Gustus plays cricket

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CCSS.RL.5.5

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate message for this story?

• Speak up for yourself so other people know how you feel.

• Money is the most important thing so get it at all costs.

• Follow your dreams, even if you have difficulties getting there.

• Don't give up because you will get to where you need to be.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

Which of the following is a rising action event for this story?

• They are in Jamaica during a hurricane.

• Mr. Bass and Gustus talk about his shoes.

• Gustus gets a pair of shoes.

• Gustus leaves the school room to save his tree.

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CCSS.RL.5.5

Which of the following is NOT a character trait for Mr. Bass?

• Leader

• Tall

• Caring

• Dishonest