The Road to Freedom Ch 1 DOK 3

What might the "drinking gourd" symbolize in Mama's dream, and why is it significant for their journey?

• A water source for their journey, symbolizing survival.

• A constellation, symbolizing guidance towards freedom.

• A tool for farming, symbolizing hard work.

• A musical instrument, symbolizing hope.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Why do Mama and the narrator choose to travel at night, and what does this decision reveal about their situation?

• They prefer the night because it's cooler, showing they are concerned about comfort.

• Traveling at night helps them avoid being seen, indicating the danger they face.

• They are nocturnal by nature, showing they are used to the night.

• The night is more beautiful, showing they appreciate nature.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Analyze the significance of Mama wrapping the narrator's feet with cloth. What does this action suggest about their journey?

• It suggests they are preparing for a long and difficult journey.

• It indicates they are trying to stay warm in the cold.

• It shows they are trying to be fashionable.

• It implies they are trying to leave no footprints.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RF.4.4C

What reasoning might Mama have for interpreting her dream as a sign to head north, and how does this reflect her mindset?

• She believes dreams are random and not to be trusted, showing skepticism.

• She sees the dream as a divine message, reflecting hope and determination.

• She thinks dreams are just stories, showing indifference.

• She interprets dreams as warnings, reflecting fear.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Evaluate the risks and benefits of Mama and the narrator's decision to leave. What strategic thinking might they have used to make this decision?

• The risk of being caught outweighs the benefit of freedom, showing they are reckless.

• The benefit of freedom outweighs the risk of being caught, showing they are courageous and hopeful.

• The risk of cold outweighs the benefit of traveling at night, showing they are cautious.

• The benefit of staying outweighs the risk of leaving, showing they are content.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3