Front Desk Comprehension Questions

What is a major theme that emerges in chapters 11-15 of "Front Desk"?

• The importance of wealth

• The power of friendship

• The struggle for justice

• The value of education

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What is the main setting of the novel 'Front Desk'?

• A) A school

• B) A motel

• C) A restaurant

• D) A library

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

Who is the protagonist of 'Front Desk'?

• A) Jason

• B) Mia

• C) Lupe

• D) Mr. Yao

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What is Mia's primary responsibility at the motel?

• A) Cleaning rooms

• B) Managing the front desk

• C) Cooking meals

• D) Maintaining the garden

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

Which theme is prevalent in 'Front Desk'?

• A) The pursuit of wealth

• B) The immigrant experience

• C) The importance of sports

• D) The power of technology

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What challenge does Mia face in 'Front Desk'?

• A) Learning a new language

• B) Balancing school and work

• C) Making new friends

• D) Competing in sports

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is the significance of the motel in 'Front Desk'?

• A) It represents stability

• B) It symbolizes freedom

• C) It is a place of conflict

• D) It is a source of income

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

How does Mia help her family in 'Front Desk'?

• A) By working at a restaurant

• B) By managing the motel

• C) By tutoring students

• D) By selling crafts

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What literary device is frequently used in 'Front Desk'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Irony

• D) Alliteration

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is a major conflict in 'Front Desk'?

• A) Man vs. Nature

• B) Man vs. Society

• C) Man vs. Technology

• D) Man vs. Self

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2