Exploring Chapter 2 of Crawdads

What is Kya's relationship with her family in Chapter 2?

• Kya's family supports her dreams and aspirations.

• Kya has a close and loving relationship with her family.

• Kya lives with her family in harmony.

• Kya has a strained and distant relationship with her family.

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How does the environment of the marsh influence Kya's character development?

• The marsh environment has no impact on Kya's character.

• The marsh environment nurtures Kya's independence and resilience while also fostering her isolation and mistrust.

• The marsh makes Kya overly dependent on others.

• The marsh encourages Kya to trust everyone around her.

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What significant event occurs in Kya's life during this chapter?

• Kya moves to a new city alone.

• Kya finds a sense of belonging and connection with another person.

• Kya wins a prestigious award for her writing.

• Kya discovers a hidden talent for painting.

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How does the author describe Kya's feelings of isolation?

• Kya feels isolated due to her deep connection to nature, longing for companionship, and emotional pain from abandonment.

• Kya finds joy in her isolation and prefers solitude.

• Kya is surrounded by friends and feels supported.

• Kya enjoys being alone and feels no emotional pain.

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What role do the local townspeople play in Kya's life as depicted in this chapter?

• The townspeople provide Kya with emotional support and friendship.

• The locals frequently visit Kya to offer assistance and companionship.

• They help Kya integrate into the community and feel accepted.

• The local townspeople contribute to Kya's feelings of isolation and reinforce her status as an outsider.

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What are some of the key themes introduced in Chapter 2?

• Freedom, adventure, self-discovery

• Identity, belonging, societal expectations

• Wealth, power, ambition

• Tradition, nostalgia, isolation

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CCSS.RL.5.3

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How does Kya's interaction with nature reflect her emotional state?

• Kya's interaction with nature shows her desire for wealth and status.

• Kya's interaction with nature reflects her emotional state by serving as a mirror for her feelings of isolation, resilience, and connection.

• Kya's emotional state is unaffected by her surroundings.

• Kya finds solace in urban environments rather than nature.

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What challenges does Kya face as she grows up in the marsh?

• Kya enjoys a supportive family environment.

• Kya faces isolation, abandonment, prejudice, and survival challenges.

• Kya becomes a successful businesswoman in the city.

• Kya travels the world as a renowned artist.

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How does the chapter foreshadow future events in Kya's life?

• The chapter focuses on Kya's childhood memories without any implications for the future.

• It describes Kya's love for nature, suggesting a peaceful life ahead.

• The chapter emphasizes Kya's success in school, indicating a bright future.

• The chapter foreshadows future events by highlighting Kya's isolation and hinting at upcoming conflicts and relationships.

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What literary devices does the author use to convey Kya's experiences?

• Alliteration, symbolism, and hyperbole.

• Allegory, simile, and tone.

• Foreshadowing, irony, and dialogue.

• Imagery, metaphors, and personification.

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