Tortilla Sun

Part A - The passage from Confetti Girl begins with the narrator's memories of her mother (paragraph 1). The passage from Tortilla Sun ends with Izzy's thoughts about the baseball that belonged to her father (paragraph 46). How do these paragraphs contribute to an understanding of both narrators?

• The paragraphs reveal that the narrators have little reason to feel upset about their present situations.

• The paragraphs suggest the efforts the narrators will go to so that they may please their parents.

• The paragraphs suggest the efforts the narrators will go to so that they may please their parents.

• The paragraphs highlight the narrator's strong desire to regain a sense of closeness.

Which paragraphs from the two passages best support the answer to Part A?

• paragraph 3, Confetti Girl; paragraph 1, Tortilla Sun

• paragraph 12, Confetti Girl; paragraph 5, Tortilla Sun

• paragraph 19, Confetti Girl; paragraph 6, Tortilla Sun

• paragraph 26, Confetti Girl; paragraph 9, Tortilla Sun

The passage from Confetti Girl begins with the narrator's memories of her mother (paragraph 1). The passage from Tortilla Sun ends with Izzy's thoughts about the baseball that belonged to her father (paragraph 46). How do these paragraphs contribute to an understanding of both narrator's?

• The paragraphs reveal that the narrators have little reason to feel upset about their present situations.

• The paragraphs suggest the efforts the narrators will go to so that they may please their parents.

• The paragraphs emphasize the fact that the narrators may not be reporting events truthfully.

• The paragraphs highlight the narrators' strong desire to regain a sense of closeness.

Refer to the passage from Confetti Girl and the passage from Tortilla Sun. The passage from Confetti Girl begins with the narrator's memories of her mother (paragraph 1). The passage from Tortilla Sun ends with Izzy's thoughts about the baseball that belonged to her father (paragraph 46). How do these paragraphs contribute to an understanding of both narrators?

• The paragraphs reveal that the narrators have little reason to feel upset about their present situations.

• The paragraphs suggest the efforts the narrators will go to so that they may please their parents.

• The paragraphs emphasize the fact that the narrators may not be reporting events truthfully.

• The paragraphs highlight the narrators' strong desire to regain a sense of closeness.

In 'Tortilla Sun', what is the main theme explored through the protagonist's journey?

• A) Adventure and discovery

• B) Family and belonging

• C) Friendship and loyalty

• D) Courage and bravery

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'Tortilla Sun' to convey the protagonist's emotions?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Hyperbole

In 'Tortilla Sun', how does the author use setting to enhance the narrative?

• A) By creating a sense of mystery

• B) By highlighting cultural heritage

• C) By emphasizing isolation

• D) By showcasing modernity

What role does the baseball play in 'Tortilla Sun'?

• A) A symbol of childhood innocence

• B) A connection to the protagonist's father

• C) A representation of lost dreams

• D) A token of friendship

Which character trait best describes the protagonist in 'Tortilla Sun'?

• A) Timid

• B) Resilient

• C) Reckless

• D) Indifferent

How does the author of 'Tortilla Sun' develop the theme of identity?

• A) Through the protagonist's interactions with family

• B) Through the protagonist's academic achievements

• C) Through the protagonist's friendships

• D) Through the protagonist's hobbies