Year 9 Twyla the Narrator Character Analysis

What are students asked to look for in the three-row chart provided?

• Dialogues

• Traits of characters

• Plot summaries

• Setting descriptions

Answer explanation

Students are asked to look for traits of characters in the three-row chart provided.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does the author depict the Big Bozo's personality?

• Sarcastic and unsympathetic

• Warm and welcoming

• Mysterious and secretive

• Kind and understanding

Answer explanation

The author depicts the Big Bozo's personality as kind and understanding, showing empathy and compassion towards others.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

In which paragraph is the trait of being "resilient" attributed to Twyla?

• Paragraph 1

• Paragraph 2

• Paragraph 3

• Paragraph 4

Answer explanation

The trait of being 'resilient' is attributed to Twyla in Paragraph 3 of the text.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which character does Twyla refer to in a way that implies racial prejudice?

• Roberto

• Mary

• Saint Bonnie

• The Big Bozo

Answer explanation

Twyla refers to 'The Big Bozo' in a way that implies racial prejudice, making it the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What is the key advice given for analyzing characters in the story?

• Focus on the author's biography

• Pay attention to the character's names

• Look closely at dialogue and diction

• Consider only the plot developments

Answer explanation

The key advice given for analyzing characters in the story is to look closely at dialogue and diction.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Why is it important to find evidence supporting a trait of a character?

• To summarize the story

• To enhance the chart visually

• To provide context and depth

• To create more characters

Answer explanation

To provide context and depth

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What do specific details about characters in a story help readers to do?

• Predict the future events

• Build empathy and connection

• Understand the physical setting

• Explore different genres

Answer explanation

Specific details about characters in a story help readers build empathy and connection with the characters, as well as understand the physical setting where the story takes place.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the main reason for analyzing characters in a story?

• To reveal the plot details

• To understand the setting

• To gain insight into the story's meaning

• To explore the themes

Answer explanation

To gain insight into the story's meaning and to explore the themes.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does examining characters provide insight into a story?

• By revealing character names

• By highlighting the narrative style

• By showcasing cultural backgrounds

• By showing beliefs and values

Answer explanation

Examining characters in a story provides insight by showcasing cultural backgrounds and showing beliefs and values.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How can analyzing characters in a story help understand societal values?

• By creating more characters

• By exploring human behavior

• Through plot twists and turns

• By ignoring character traits

Answer explanation

Analyzing characters in a story helps understand societal values by exploring human behavior and through plot twists and turns.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3