Jabari Unmasked

What do these lines reveal about the speaker?

• The speaker is worried they will always have to wear a mask.

• The speaker feels lucky that they have experienced the judgement from society.

• The speaker doesn’t want society’s judgements to change them into a hateful person, so they choose to stay positive.

• The speaker is angry about being judged.

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What does the phrase “our color works to camouflage our / character and promise —at least, in certain eyes” mean as it is used in the poem (Lines 15-16)?

• The speaker and their peers wear dark colors in hopes of blending him.

• People judge the speaker, and people like them, because of the color of their skin.

• The kids hide their capabilities out of fear of what others will think of them.

• People don’t expect as much from the kids because of their young age.

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

Which statement best identifies the poem's main theme?

• People of color may feel that they have no outlet to express their emotions.

• People of color may feel forced to hide their true selves in a judgmental world.

• People of color may hide their true selves out of fear of disappointing others.

• People of color may remain silent out of fear of speaking up for themselves.

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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

What is the main theme of 'Jabari Unmasked'?

• A) The struggle of identity in a judgmental society.

• B) The joy of self-discovery.

• C) The importance of friendship.

• D) The power of nature.

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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 'Jabari Unmasked'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Alliteration

• D) Hyperbole

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

What does the mask symbolize in 'Jabari Unmasked'?

• A) Hidden identity

• B) Celebration

• C) Fear

• D) Joy

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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

How does the speaker in 'Jabari Unmasked' feel about societal judgments?

• A) Indifferent

• B) Angry

• C) Resigned

• D) Hopeful

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

What is the tone of 'Jabari Unmasked'?

• A) Optimistic

• B) Pessimistic

• C) Neutral

• D) Sarcastic

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which statement best describes the speaker's attitude in 'Jabari Unmasked'?

• A) Defiant against societal norms

• B) Accepting of societal norms

• C) Confused about societal norms

• D) Unaware of societal norms

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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

What does the phrase 'unmasking Jabari' imply in the context of the poem?

• A) Revealing true identity

• B) Hiding emotions

• C) Celebrating a festival

• D) Preparing for a performance

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.10