Tiger in the kitchen (about the writer)

Which phrase tells us why the writer did not have a close bond or did not have many opportunities to get to know grandma?

(a)  

The text tells us that the writer "would learn small things about her" grandma.

What does it tell us about the writer?

• She is not interested in grandma

• She makes the effort to understand grandma and build a connection

• She only has a little time for grandma

• she is a very detailed person who pays attention to even the inconsequential things that take place

The text tells us that the writer "looks forward to the bite-sized cookies that are the hallmark of the festivities." made by grandma, and she considers herself "a connoisseur of the treats".

What does this tell us about the writer?

• highly judgmental

• is very picky about food

• appreciates good food

• only likes pastries

What does the writer "steadfastly determined not to pick up any womanly skills" suggest about the writer's beliefs?

• She doesn't want to interact with grandma

• she wants to enjoy childhood and not take any responsibilities

• She strongly dislikes conforming to traditional gender roles

• She detests cooking

What does "more intent on reading writing, learning about the world" suggest about the writer's personality?

• Curious

• Pursues intellectual growth

• reserved

• steadfast in beliefs

What does the "I had been steadfastly determined not to pick up any womanly skills" suggest about the writer's beliefs?

• she strongly believes that grandma does not want her in the kitchen

• she strongly believes cooking is a waste of time

• she strongly believes that girls should not be made to conform to traditional gender roles

• she strongly believes that womanly skills are unnecessary

What does "plotting how i was to eventually go forth and conquering the world" suggest about the personality of the writer?

• ambitious

• resilient

• driven

• controlling