Absolutely True Diary

Conflict between Rowdy and Junior: What are the main sources of conflict between Rowdy and Junior?

• Happy family situations

• Different perspectives on life, family situations, and feelings of betrayal

• Feelings of trust and loyalty

• Similar perspectives on life

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Impact of Rowdy's actions on Junior: How does Rowdy's betrayal affect Junior's life and decisions?

• Rowdy's betrayal causes Junior to feel indifferent and unaffected

• Rowdy's betrayal has no impact on Junior's life and decisions

• Rowdy's betrayal causes Junior to feel hurt, angry, and isolated, and leads him to reflect on his own identity and relationships.

• Rowdy's betrayal makes Junior feel happy and loved

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Impact of Rowdy's actions on Junior: In what ways does Rowdy's behavior contribute to Junior's struggles?

• Rowdy's behavior creates conflict and isolation for Junior, as well as reinforcing negative stereotypes about Native Americans.

• Rowdy's behavior has no effect on Junior's struggles

• Rowdy's behavior helps Junior feel included and accepted

• Rowdy's behavior has a positive impact on Junior's self-esteem

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Rowdy's perspective on reservation life: How does Rowdy view life on the reservation compared to Junior?

• Rowdy views life on the reservation with admiration and respect.

• Rowdy views life on the reservation with indifference and apathy.

• Rowdy views life on the reservation with joy and contentment.

• Rowdy views life on the reservation with anger and resentment.

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Comparison of Rowdy and Junior's experiences: Compare and contrast Rowdy and Junior's experiences with discrimination and prejudice.

• Discussing the physical appearance of Rowdy and Junior

• Analyzing how each character faces discrimination and prejudice, and identifying the similarities and differences in their experiences.

• Exploring the family backgrounds of Rowdy and Junior

• Comparing the intelligence of Rowdy and Junior

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Comparison of Rowdy and Junior's experiences: How do Rowdy and Junior cope differently with the challenges they face on the reservation?

• Rowdy copes by being passive and avoiding any challenges, while Junior confronts them head-on

• Junior copes by being aggressive and confrontational, while Rowdy seeks opportunities outside the reservation

• Rowdy copes with aggression and confrontation, while Junior seeks opportunities outside the reservation.

• Rowdy copes by avoiding confrontation and seeking opportunities outside the reservation

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As we learn in Chapter 10, who is Junior's "secret-keeper"?

• Junior's mother

• Rowdy

• Penelope

• Dawn

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What did Junior's father say to him on his first day at Reardan?

• “You’re so brave. You’re a warrior.”

• This is a bad idea.

• You won't find hope here.

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Why does Junior's grandmother think that Roger didn't hit Junior back?

• Roger respects Junior.

• Roger is a coward.

• Roger was afraid that he would seriously hurt Junior, given Junior's health problems.

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What is the primary theme explored in 'The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian'?

• Identity and self-discovery

• Romantic relationships

• Historical events

• Science and technology

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