Finally Home

Unlike the speaker in “Thumbprint,” Cassie in “Finally Home” expresses —

• pride in her physical appearance

• a desire for personal change

• a strong sense of self-worth

• a fear of being judged

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

Cassie in “Finally Home” and the speaker in “Thumbprint” both —

• expect to achieve greatness

• recognize their own uniqueness

• want to be accepted by others

• feel disconnected from the world

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

Unlike the speaker in "Thumbprint," Cassie in "Finally Home" expresses

• pride in her physical appearance

• a desire for personal change

• a strong sense of self-worth

• a fear of being judged

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

Cassie in "Finally Home" and the speaker in "Thumbprint" both

• expect to achieve greatness

• recognize their own uniqueness

• want to be accepted by others

• feel disconnected from the world

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.7

What is the author’s primary purpose for writing the selection “Finally Home”?

• A to suggest that music is the answer to problems that teens face

• B to show that society doesn’t support girls playing the drums

• C to convince the reader that girls make better drummers than boys

• D to tell a story about how a misfit teen took a risk to make new friends and found belonging in a band

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CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What is the main theme of 'Finally Home'?

• A) Overcoming adversity

• B) The importance of family

• C) The journey to self-discovery

• D) The power of friendship

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

In 'Finally Home', how does the protagonist feel upon returning home?

• A) Anxious and uneasy

• B) Relieved and content

• C) Indifferent and detached

• D) Excited and hopeful

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'Finally Home'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Hyperbole

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is the significance of the title 'Finally Home'?

• A) It represents a physical return to a place.

• B) It symbolizes emotional acceptance and belonging.

• C) It indicates the end of a journey.

• D) It suggests a new beginning.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Which character trait best describes the protagonist in 'Finally Home'?

• A) Resilient

• B) Timid

• C) Arrogant

• D) Carefree

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3