Quiz on 'Eraser Tattoo'

Theme: What is the central theme (message) of "Eraser Tattoo"?

• The importance of friendship

• The challenges of growing up

• The power of love and memory

• The difficulties of moving on

Character Analysis: How does Dante's perspective on love change throughout the story?

• He realizes that love is fleeting.

• He learns that love can be painful.

• He discovers that love is unconditional.

• He understands that love is a choice.

Symbolism: What does the "eraser tattoo" symbolize in the story?

• Dante’s desire to forget Shay

• The fading nature of childhood memories

• The enduring power of love

• Dante’s fear of commitment

Figurative Language: What is the purpose of the simile "Shay was like a summer day" in the story?

• To emphasize Shay’s beauty and warmth

• To suggest that Shay is fleeting and temporary

Plot Development: How does the setting of the story contribute to its overall meaning?

• A. The urban setting reflects the challenges of growing up in a city.

• B. The summer setting symbolizes the fleeting nature of childhood.

• C. The changing seasons mirror the changing nature of relationships.

• D. The neighborhood setting represents the importance of community.

Inference: Given the white couple's rude behavior towards Dante and his family, what does their presence in the story suggest about the theme of prejudice?

• A. The story highlights the prevalence of racial discrimination.

• B. The couple's actions symbolize the societal barriers faced by marginalized groups.

• C. Their rudeness reflects the cultural differences between the two families.

• D. Their behavior is a reflection of their own personal issues.

Inference: How does the white couple's rudeness contribute to the overall development of Dante's character?

• A. It reinforces Dante's feelings of isolation and loneliness.

• B. It motivates Dante to confront his own prejudices.

• C. It strengthens Dante's bond with his family.

• D. It causes Dante to question the value of friendship.

Inference: What is the significance of Shay's words and actions in paragraph 78? "No doubt, homie, she replied, her whisper bookended by sniffles. Then she pinched him..."

• They prove that Shay doubts she will ever see Dante again.

• They show Shay admitting, for the first time, that she loves Dante.

• They mirror Shay's words and actions when Dante told her he loved her.

• They mirror Shay's words and actions the first time she met Dante.

Character Development: How does Shay's departure impact her relationship with Dante?

• It strengthens their bond as they promise to stay in touch.

• It creates a sense of finality and closure.

• It leads to misunderstandings and conflict.

• It makes Dante realize the depth of his feelings for Shay.

Theme Exploration: How does the concept of memory play a role in the story?

• Memories are portrayed as unreliable and deceptive.

• Memories serve as a bridge between past and present.

• Memories are shown to be easily forgotten.

• Memories are depicted as a source of pain.