Analyzing 'We Beat the Streets' Chapter One

What is the main idea of Chapter One in "We Beat the Streets"?

• The importance of friendship in overcoming challenges

• The detailed history of the streets

• The significance of education in personal development

• The process of becoming a professional athlete

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which event from Chapter One best summarizes the key events of the chapter?

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

What do you think are the main characters' motivations in Chapter One?

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How are the character traits of the main characters introduced in Chapter One?

• Through direct descriptions by the narrator

• Through their actions and decisions

• Through dialogue with other characters

• Through their thoughts and feelings

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the author's primary purpose in Chapter One of "We Beat the Streets"?

• To entertain with a story of adventure

• To inform about the history of the streets

• To persuade readers to follow their dreams

• To describe the challenges of growing up in a tough neighborhood

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

How do you think the setting influences the main character of chapter one?

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What connection can be made between the text and a reader's own life?

• The importance of choosing the right career

• The impact of friendship on personal growth

• The necessity of moving to a new city for opportunities

• The role of technology in achieving success

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CCSS.RF.1.3A

CCSS.RF.1.3D

CCSS.RI.1.3

CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.3.8

Which detail from Chapter One best supports the main idea?

• The description of the neighborhood

• The characters' discussion about their future

• The pact made by the characters

• A character's dream about leaving the neighborhood

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

What can be inferred about the characters' emotions in Chapter One?

• They feel hopeless about their future.

• They are excited about their pact.

• They are indifferent to their circumstances.

• They are overwhelmed by their challenges.

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CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

What did you think of the first chapter? Was there anything that stuck out to you?

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1