Analyzing Homegoing: Chapters 1-4

What two themes are introduced in the first chapter of "Homegoing" ?

• The impact of colonization and slavery

• The importance of family

• Generational Trauma

• Nature of Home

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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 does the author introduce Effia in the beginning of chapter 1?

• By showing her relationship with her family

• Through a description of her personality

• All of the above

• Through her internal thoughts

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which event marks the beginning of Effia's journey?

• Her marriage to a British soldier

• Her decision to leave her village

• The birth of her first child

• The death of her father Cobbe

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Analyze how the author develops the theme of identity in the first four chapters of "Homegoing."

• By showing the characters' struggles with their cultural heritage

• Through historical events

• By focusing on the characters' relationships with nature

• Through the use imagery

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What role does Baaba play in shaping Effia's life?

• She supports Effia's dreams

• She acts as a mentor

• She creates conflict and tension

• She teaches Effia how to cook

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Evaluate the impact of colonization on the characters in the first four chapters of "Homegoing."

• It leads to a lot of goods for everyone

• It causes cultural separation and personal conflict

• It shows unity among different villages

• It has no significant impact

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

How do the interactions between Effia and her husband contribute to the development of the plot in "Homegoing"?

• They highlight the cultural differences and tensions

• They are a normal couple

• They represent true love

• They are irrelevant to the plot

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Analyze the significance of the fire motif in the first four chapters of "Homegoing."

• It symbolizes destruction and renewal

• It represents warmth and comfort

• It is a minor detail with no deeper meaning

• It signifies the passage of time

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the central idea of chapter 2 of "Homegoing"?

• The exploration of new lands

• The complexity of family relationships

• The pursuit of wealth

• The importance of education

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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 does the author develop the character of Esi in chapter 2 of "Homegoing"?

• Through her internal monologue

• By describing her interactions with other characters

• Through letters she writes

• By detailing her dreams

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3