from the Breadwinner Quiz!

What "Genre" is our story: from the Breadwinner by, Deborah Ellis?

• Science Fiction

• Realistic Fiction

• Historical Fiction

• Fantasy/Fable

What is a "Characteristic/Element" of a Historical Fiction story?

• It includes: setting, characters, problem, plot, and theme.

• Even if the characters are made-up, they cope with real life challenges in the story.

• The story takes place in the past; during some time in real history; real events.

• All: A, B, and C are correct!

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Who is the "main character" in our story: from the Breadwinner by, Deborah Ellis?

• Parvana

• Maryam

• Hossain

• Parvana's mother

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which statement best expresses a theme of the selection?

• The enduring love of family makes anything seem possible.

• It can be difficult to have courage in the face of challenges.

• People often use food to show their love for each other.

• Supporting the community is as important as supporting family.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What is Parvana's primary concern about assuming the role of a boy?

• She is worried that she will be teased.

• She believes that what she is doing is wrong.

• She is afraid that she will be recognized.

• She resents having to do her sister's job.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Why does Parvana's mother ask her if she wants to watch while her hair is being cut?

• To punish Parvana for resisting the idea.

• To force Parvana to cut her hair.

• To help Parvana accept the idea.

• To show Parvana that the new haircut will look nice.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

In the story, Parvana's haircut, represents:

• Happier times.

• New responsibilities.

• Forgotten cultural beliefs.

• Traditions of a culture.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

The description of Parvana's Mother's behavior in the story, while she cuts Parvana's hair, helps the reader understand that "Mother"......

• Favors her daughter Nooria, over her daughter Parvana.

• Cannot understand Nooria's behavior as a teenager.

• Does not understand why Parvana does not want to cut her hair.

• Cares about how Parvana is sad over cutting her hair.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Unit 3's Goal is:

• Finding Courage!

• Never Give Up!

• Discovering Your Voice!

• Through an Animal's Eyes!

Unit 3's Essential Question is:

• What can you learn from seeing the world through an animal's eyes?

• What keeps people from giving up?

• What are the ways you can make yourself heard?

• How do you find courage in the face of fear?

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1