Bronx Masquerade Anticipation Guide

What is the general theme of Bronx Masquerade?

• parent pressure on children

• basketball teaches life skills

• poetry should be taught in school

• being comfortable in who you are

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What is the general theme of Bronx Masquerade?

• parent pressure on children

• basketball teaches life skills

• poetry should be taught in school

• being comfortable in who you are

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Which literary device is predominantly used in Bronx Masquerade to convey the characters' emotions?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Alliteration

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Who is the author of Bronx Masquerade?

• Walter Dean Myers

• Nikki Grimes

• Sharon Draper

• Jacqueline Woodson

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What is the primary setting of Bronx Masquerade?

• A basketball court

• A high school

• A poetry club

• A family home

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Which character in Bronx Masquerade is known for their artistic talent?

• Devon

• Tyrone

• Lupe

• Janelle

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What is the significance of the Open Mike Fridays in Bronx Masquerade?

• It helps students improve their grades

• It provides a platform for self-expression

• It is a mandatory school event

• It is a competition for the best poem

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How does the character Tyrone view poetry in Bronx Masquerade?

• As a waste of time

• As a way to express his feelings

• As a tool for academic success

• As a form of entertainment

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Which theme is explored through the character of Lupe in Bronx Masquerade?

• The struggle for identity

• The importance of family

• The pursuit of academic excellence

• The challenge of fitting in

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What role does Mr. Ward play in Bronx Masquerade?

• The principal

• The English teacher

• The basketball coach

• The school counselor

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