Exploring Stories and Histories Quiz

What is the main idea of "Grandfather's Journey" by Allen Say?

• The importance of family traditions

• The adventures of a young boy in a new city

• The emotional journey of a man between his homeland and the United States

• The history of immigration in the 20th century

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In "Tea with Milk" by Allen Say, why does Masako feel out of place when she moves to the city?

• She misses her old friends.

• She cannot speak the language.

• She prefers tea with milk, unlike the city's tea tradition.

• She is not used to the busy city life.

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What is the central message of "The Keeping Quilt" by Patricia Polacco?

• The importance of hard work

• The value of family heritage and traditions

• The challenges of moving to a new country

• The process of making a quilt

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How does "Coming to America: The Story of Immigration" by Betsy Maestro mainly differ from "Grandfather's Journey"?

• It focuses on a single family's story.

• It covers the broader history of immigration to America.

• It is set in a different time period.

• It is a fictional story.

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Which event happens first in "Grandfather's Journey"?

• The grandfather returns to Japan.

• The grandfather arrives in America.

• The grandfather starts missing Japan.

• The birth of the grandfather's child.

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What motivates Masako in "Tea with Milk" to find a job and make her own way in the city?

• Her desire to return to her hometown

• Her need to prove her independence

• Her parents' insistence

• Her interest in city life

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How are the quilts used in "The Keeping Quilt"?

• As a decoration in the family home

• As a symbol of the family's journey and heritage

• To keep warm during winter

• As a gift to neighbors

What is a key difference in the immigration stories between "Coming to America: The Story of Immigration" and "Grandfather's Journey"?

• The reasons for immigrating

• The time period of immigration

• The emotional impact of immigration

• The countries of origin

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Why does the grandfather in "Grandfather's Journey" feel torn between two countries?

• He has family in both countries.

• He loves the landscapes of both countries.

• He cannot decide where he prefers to live.

• All of the above.

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In "Tea with Milk," how does Masako ultimately find a sense of belonging?

• By making friends who also like tea with milk

• By opening her own tea shop

• By marrying someone with similar experiences

• By moving back to her hometown

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