Comprehension Questions on Fish Cheeks

How does Amy's perspective on her cultural heritage change by the end of the story?

• She becomes more embarrassed.

• She remains indifferent.

• She gains a sense of pride.

• She decides to reject her heritage.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What can be inferred about Amy's relationship with her mother by the end of the story?

• It is strained and distant.

• It is unchanged and indifferent.

• It is strengthened and understanding.

• It is weakened and resentful.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What lesson does Amy learn from her mother at the end of the story?

• To always follow American traditions.

• To be proud of her Chinese heritage.

• To never invite friends over for dinner.

• To change her cultural identity.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Why did Amy's mother prepare all of Amy's favorite foods for Christmas dinner?

• To impress the minister's family.

• To show Amy that she should be proud of her heritage.

• To make Amy feel embarrassed.

• To celebrate a traditional Chinese New Year.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does the author use the dinner setting to convey the story's theme?

• By showing the contrast between American and Chinese cultures.

• By highlighting the similarities between different cultures.

• By focusing on the food preparation process.

• By describing the decorations in detail.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the main idea of "Fish Cheeks" by Amy Tan?

• A girl learns to appreciate her cultural heritage.

• A girl dislikes her family's traditions.

• A girl wants to change her appearance.

• A girl is embarrassed by her family.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the significance of the title "Fish Cheeks"?

• It refers to Amy's favorite dish.

• It symbolizes Amy's cultural identity.

• It highlights the main conflict in the story.

• It describes the setting of the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What does the fish cheeks symbolize in the story?

• Amy's embarrassment.

• Amy's favorite food.

• Amy's cultural heritage.

• Amy's dislike for fish.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

How does the author use descriptive language to convey Amy's feelings during the dinner?

• By using vivid imagery of the food.

• By describing the sounds of the dinner.

• By focusing on the smells of the kitchen.

• By highlighting Amy's internal thoughts and emotions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What can be inferred about Amy's feelings towards her family's Christmas dinner?

• She is proud of her family's traditions.

• She is embarrassed by her family's traditions.

• She is indifferent to her family's traditions.

• She is excited about her family's traditions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2