The Bitter Truth Drama

The narrator's line "Sometimes the truth is harder to swallow than the strongest coffee" is an example of—

• metaphor

• personification

• simile

• hyperbole

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

Detective Parker's investigation approach is best described as—

• emotional and impulsive

• random and unfocused

• methodical and observant

• dismissive and disinterested

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Which detail from the script suggests Emma's motivations for her actions?

• Her desire to become rich quickly

• Her personal hatred for Michael

• Her fear of being exposed for embezzlement

• Her wish to take over his coffee shop

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

Read the following stage direction: "(desperate, threatened) Michael, please—" What does this stage direction reveal about Emma's character at this moment?

• Complete confidence

• Total indifference

• Growing panic

• Absolute calmness

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.7

Explain how Emma's dialogue changes from the beginning of the script to the confession scene. Provide two specific pieces of textual evidence to support your answer.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6