The 57 Bus - Reading Check #1

Based on the first 30 pages, what can we infer about Sasha's values?

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What is the inciting conflict (the event that connects characters and sparks the action)?

• A detailed history of the 57 bus route

• An argument between two main characters

• A fire on the 57 bus

• A character's decision to change schools

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

Based on the first 30 pages, how is this book connected to our EQ of what is just and what is unjust?

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does the author's use of language in describing the setting contribute to the overall mood of the story?

• It creates a sense of urgency and chaos

• It evokes a feeling of calm and serenity

• It builds a world of fantasy and imagination

• It highlights the contrasting realities of urban life

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What can we infer about the author's purpose in the first 30 pages?

• To entertain with a thrilling story

• To inform about the history of the 57 bus

• To persuade readers to listen and hear multiple perspectives

• To explore the complexities of human relationships

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CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

How does the author reveal Sasha's values and beliefs?

• By using dream sequences

• Through interviews, social media posts, and dialogue

• By describing the weather in symbolic ways

• Through the thoughts and fears of the characters

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

What is the effect of the author's choice to start the story with a key event rather than background information?

• It confuses the reader about the characters' motivations

• It creates suspense and hooks the reader's interest

• It makes the story difficult to follow

• It provides all the necessary information upfront

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

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• Through the use of third-person omniscient narration

• By focusing on one character's perspective

• Through dialogue between characters

• By describing their physical reactions to events

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

What can we infer about the values of the Oakland, CA community? (Click on all that apply)

• They value community and connections

• Diversity

• equality

• Safety

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What are some of Sasha's interests, beliefs, and values? (Mention at least one (1) interest/value and explain what makes you say that.)

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6