A Lesson in Design

What is the best summary of the story?

• Andy wants to use his knowledge of tailoring to design original clothing. His father gives him a sewing machine, so Andy creates an outfit. When Andy wears his new clothing to school, he does not get the response that he wants, but his art teacher helps him regain confidence.

• As Andy waits for Broden, he observes the other students' clothing. When Andy arrives at his family's shop, he realizes that being a tailor helps people feel better. After his father gives him a sewing machine, Andy begins working on a unique clothing design.

• After closing the family store for the night, Andy's father gives Andy a sewing machine that has been in the family for years. Andy is excited and immediately begins creating his own clothing designs. He works hard on his new design and wears his new outfit to school.

• Andy knows a lot about clothing because of the family business, but he wants to do something different. Andy's father understands his interests, so he gives Andy an old sewing machine. Andy uses this gift to complete a school project.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What lesson is referred to in the title of the story?

• Andy learning to work with clothing by watching his father

• Broden learning about fashion from Andy's clothing designs

• Broden learning how to feel as proud of himself as Andy does

• Andy learning the consequences of trying something different

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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

Use "Lesson in Design" to answer this question. Read this sentence from paragraph 9. "Mostly, he drew during the free minutes of his day, when he could empty his mind and just trust his charcoal pencil." Based on this sentence, the reader can conclude that Andy --

• puts very little thought into his designs

• draws when he is bored and has nothing else to do

• feels compelled to sketch his designs at every opportunity

• is unsure about how to use special drawing techniques.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

The main role of Andy's art teacher in this story is to help--

• resolve a conflict the main character is experiencing

• create the setting in which the main conflict occurs

• develop the rising action of the plot to a turning point

• supply background information about the main character

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What is design?

• the way text is arranged and presented visually

• a way of organizing text

• to whom the text is directed

• a way of classifying things

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

An area in the design that may appear different in size, texture, shape or color to attract the viewer's attention

• Movement

• Picture

• Emphasis

• Veritcal Line

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What is the main theme of 'A Lesson in Design'?

• Creativity and self-expression

• The importance of following rules

• The value of teamwork

• The impact of technology on art

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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 character in 'A Lesson in Design' helps Andy regain his confidence?

• His father

• His art teacher

• His best friend

• His mother

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What does Andy receive from his father in 'A Lesson in Design'?

• A new set of paints

• A sewing machine

• A sketchbook

• A camera

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

In 'A Lesson in Design', what does Andy primarily use to create his designs?

• Watercolors

• Charcoal pencil

• Digital software

• Oil paints

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3