Abuela Invents the Zero

What is the main reason Abuela visits the United States?

• To escape the heat of the Island

• To attend a family wedding

• To experience snow before she dies

• To see her grandchildren

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

Why does Connie's mother ask her to be nice to Abuela?

• Because Abuela is wealthy

• Because Abuela is visiting for the first time

• Because Abuela doesn't have many years left

• Because Abuela is very strict

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

What does Abuela refuse to buy during her visit?

• A new dress

• A winter coat

• A pair of boots

• A hat

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Why does Connie end up taking Abuela to church?

• Abuela insists on going with Connie

• Her mother is sick with the flu

• Her father is busy with work

• Connie wants to show Abuela around

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is Connie's initial reaction to taking Abuela to church?

• She is excited

• She is indifferent

• She is eager

• She is reluctant

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

How does Connie feel when she sees Abuela lost in the church?

• Indifferent

• Amused

• Embarrassed

• Proud

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

What does Abuela accuse Connie of making her feel like?

• A stranger

• A child

• A burden

• A zero, like a nothing

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

What lesson does Connie's mother try to impart to her?

• The significance of education

• The importance of family history

• The value of money

• The worth of every individual

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What does Connie's mother remind her about Abuela's role in their lives?

• Abuela is the reason they are wealthy

• Abuela is the reason they are educated

• Abuela is the reason they are alive

• Abuela is the reason they have a home

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

What does Connie have to reflect on after the incident with Abuela?

• Her understanding of family values

• Her academic performance

• Her relationship with her friends

• Her future career

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7