Martina the Beautiful Cockroach (RIR)

How old was Martina when she decided she was old enough to get married?

• 18 years old

• 21 years old

• 21 days old

• 25 years old

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Why does Abuela want Martina to spill coffee on her suitors?

• to make them go away

• to see how they act when they are angry

• her Abuela would never tell her to do that

• it's a trick so Martina can always stay at home and not marry

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How do we know that the rooster is conceited?

• He keeps one eye on his reflection in the mirror

• he changes his outfit three times

• he talks about how handsome he is

• he brings three friends with him

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What disgusts Martina about the pig suitor? Select all that apply.

• he is rude

• he smells bad

• he is messy

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How was the lizard deceitful?

• he tried to carry her away

• he wanted to eat her not marry her

• he lied about his age

• none of the above

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We know Martina is interested in the marrying the mouse because ______________.

• she bats her eyes at him

• she asks him to marry her

• she calls out to him

• her heart begins to race

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How does “cold-blooded” have a double meaning when talking about the lizard? Explain both meanings.

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This is a folktale which means the author of this book made the story up from her imagination.

• true

• false

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What is the surprise ending to Martina the Beautiful Cockroach? Give evidence from the story.

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Retell the story in your own words. Explain why you liked it or not.

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