Luz Sees the Light HMH

Identify the idiom used in 'Luz sees the Light'

• Added fuel to the fire.

• Blow his own trumpet.

• Burn the candles at both ends.

• Face the music

Answer explanation

Face the music-The author uses this idiom to mean that it is time for Luz to deal with the unpleasant task of getting up when she is tired.

In the middle of the story, Luz begins to doubt herself and wonders if she is out to lunch. What does out to lunch mean as it is used in the story? Page 223

• not thinking clearly

• not moving quickly

• not supporting her friends

• not listening to her parent

Look at the pictures of the clock near the end of the story. How do these pictures help show how Luz is feeling?

• They show that she is tired from all the work she has done and wants to sleep later.

• They suggest that she is worried about her project because she is running out of time to finish it.

• They suggest that she is excited about the party because she is counting the minutes until it begins.

• They show that she is thoughtful toward her friends because she wants to make sure they have time to see the park.

What is the main theme of 'Luz Sees the Light'?

• Friendship and understanding

• Courage and bravery

• Overcoming obstacles

• Self-discovery

Which character trait best describes Luz in 'Luz Sees the Light'?

• Timid

• Curious

• Aggressive

• Indifferent

What literary device is predominantly used in 'Luz Sees the Light'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Alliteration

In 'Luz Sees the Light', what does the light symbolize?

• Hope

• Fear

• Knowledge

• Mystery

Which sentence from 'Luz Sees the Light' contains a metaphor?

• Luz was as brave as a lion.

• The light danced across the room.

• She felt like a fish out of water.

• The wind whispered secrets.

What is the setting of 'Luz Sees the Light'?

• A bustling city

• A quiet village

• A mysterious forest

• A sunny beach

How does Luz change by the end of 'Luz Sees the Light'?

• She becomes more confident.

• She becomes more fearful.

• She becomes more isolated.

• She becomes more dependent.