A loud and confused noise or a strong expression of public demand.

A legal term for a formal complaint.

A quiet and peaceful environment.

To hold the attention of someone completely; to fascinate.

To ignore someone's presence; to neglect.

To confuse someone completely; to bewilder.

To entertain someone briefly; to amuse.

The first appearance or introduction of someone or something.

A rehearsal before the main event.

The last performance of a show.

A formal event to celebrate a milestone.

Amy Tan is a renowned scientist.

What is the SETTING of the story Two Kinds?

San Francisco's Chinatown in the late 20th century.

Chicago's South Side in the mid-20th century.

Japan's Chinatown in an apartment in the 1950's

Lawton, OK on Gore during the late 1990's

What are the main literary elements to a story?

Characters, setting, plot, conflict, theme.

Narrative voice, symbolism, dialogue

What is the PLOT in the story Two Kinds?

The plot centers on the conflict between Jing-mei and her mother over the daughter's pursuit of success and identity.

The plot follows Jing-mei's journey to become a famous musician without any family conflict.

The plot depicts a fantasy world where Jing-mei discovers magical powers.

The story revolves around a friendship between Jing-mei and her schoolmates.

What is the THEME in the story Two Kinds?

The conflict between parental expectations and individual identity.

The impact of technology on modern relationships.

The journey of self-discovery through travel.

The importance of friendship in childhood.

What is the CONFLICT in the story Two Kinds?

The conflict is between Jing-mei's desire to be an individual and her mother's pressure to succeed.

The conflict is about Jing-mei's relationship with her father.

The conflict arises from Jing-mei's friendship with other girls.

The conflict is between Jing-mei and her piano teacher.

What is the RISING ACTION in the story Two Kinds?

The rising action involves Jing-mei's conflict with her mother over the pressure to excel in piano.

The resolution of Jing-mei's relationship with her mother.

Jing-mei's decision to quit piano lessons altogether.

Jing-mei's success in winning a piano competition.

What is the FALLING ACTION in the story Two Kinds?

The falling action is Jing-mei's confrontation with her mother after the piano competition.

Jing-mei's decision to quit playing piano

Jing-mei's success at the piano competition

What is the CLIMAX in the story Two Kinds?

Jing-mei's performance at the piano recital.

Jing-mei's memories of her childhood.

Jing-mei's decision to quit piano lessons.

Jing-mei's argument with her mother.

What is the EXPOSITION in the story Two Kinds?

The exposition introduces Jing-mei and her mother's conflicting desires.

The exposition focuses on Jing-mei's relationship with her father.

The exposition describes the setting of the story in detail.

The exposition reveals Jing-mei's talent for music.

In the story Two Kinds, how did they reconcile?

Jing Mei's mother offered to give her the piano

They argued over their differences in taste.

They never reconciled and remained distant.

They reconciled by avoiding the topic altogether.

In the story Two Kinds, what are the two kinds of daughters her mother speaks of?

obedient daughters and those that follow their own minds

daughters who play the piano and daughters who don't succeed in life

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Who is the author of TWO KINDS?

Langston Hughes

Leonardo Dicaprio

Toni Morrison

Amy Tan

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Define PRODIGY

A term for a group of talented musicians.

A type of software for managing projects.

A scientific method for measuring intelligence.

A person with exceptional talents or abilities.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.L.6.4A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Define REPROACH

Reproach is a synonym for happiness or joy.

Reproach refers to a type of food or dish.

Reproach means to express disapproval or criticism.

Reproach means to praise or commend someone.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.L.6.5C

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Define LAMENT

To celebrate a victory.

To express sorrow or regret.

To ignore one's feelings.

To analyze a situation critically.

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CCSS.L.6.4C

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30 sec • 1 pt

Define DEVASTATE

To create a sense of joy and happiness.

To build something new and innovative.

To maintain the status quo without change.

To cause severe destruction or ruin.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.L.6.4C

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30 sec • 1 pt

Define FIASCO

A complete failure or disaster.

A planned and organized activity.

A successful event or achievement.

A minor setback or inconvenience.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

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30 sec • 1 pt

Define NONCHALANT

Displaying high levels of anxiety

Nonchalant means casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm.

Actively engaged and interested

Eagerly excited and enthusiastic

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.6.4B

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Two Kinds by Amy Tan - Test

Who is the author of TWO KINDS?

Define PRODIGY

Define REPROACH

Define LAMENT

Define DEVASTATE

Define FIASCO

Define NONCHALANT

Define CLAMOR

Define MESMERIZE

Define DEBUT

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