Exploring "Abuela Invents the Zero"

What is the main reason Constancia is embarrassed by her grandmother during church?

• Her grandmother speaks too loudly.

• Her grandmother wears an old-fashioned dress.

• Her grandmother makes a scene by insisting on sitting in the front row.

• Her grandmother doesn't understand the service because it's in English.

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CCSS.RL.8.1

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CCSS.W.8.9A

How does Constancia's attitude towards her grandmother change throughout the story?

• She becomes more sympathetic and understanding.

• She remains indifferent and uncaring.

• She grows increasingly embarrassed and resentful.

• She becomes protective and proud of her grandmother.

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.3

What theme is most evident when Abuela calls Constancia "una persona sin vergüenza"?

• The importance of family heritage.

• The struggle with cultural identity.

• The conflict between personal desires and family expectations.

• The experience of shame and respect within family dynamics.

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.4

Where does the story "Abuela Invents the Zero" primarily take place?

• In Abuela's home in Puerto Rico.

• In Constancia's home.

• At the church they attend.

• In a courtroom.

What can be inferred about Abuela's character from her actions in the story?

• She is timid and shy.

• She is proud and has a strong sense of self.

• She is uncaring and indifferent to her family.

• She is manipulative and cunning.

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does the title "Abuela Invents the Zero" suggest about Abuela's experience?

• She feels invisible and unimportant.

• She is a creative and innovative person.

• She discovers a new mathematical concept.

• She feels fulfilled and valued.

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.4

How does the setting of the story influence the characters' actions?

• The warm climate makes them lethargic and slow.

• The church setting creates a conflict between personal and religious identities.

• The urban environment causes the characters to feel lost and disconnected.

• The setting has no noticeable influence on the characters.

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CCSS.RL.8.2

What does Constancia's treatment of her grandmother reveal about her character?

• She is deeply caring but doesn't know how to show it.

• She values her friends' opinions over her family's feelings.

• She is inherently cruel and unkind.

• She is respectful but struggles with cultural differences.

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which of the following best describes the plot of the story?

• A series of misadventures during a family vacation.

• A grandmother's visit that leads to a cultural awakening.

• A young girl's struggle with her cultural identity and family obligations.

• A courtroom drama about an inheritance dispute.

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CCSS.RL.8.2

What lesson does Constancia learn by the end of the story?

• To embrace her cultural heritage with pride.

• To always put family first, no matter what.

• To be more understanding and less judgmental.

• It is unclear if Constancia learns any lesson.

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CCSS.RL.8.2