Benchmark Unit 4.3 - Asparagus p. 22-29

This passage is told from whose perspective?

• Isabel

• Miguel

• Esperanza

• Hortensia

Answer explanation

The passage is told from Esperanza's perspective, as it reflects her thoughts and feelings throughout the narrative, making her the central character whose viewpoint shapes the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

Read this sentence from the passage: "Esperanza’s eyes were on fire. She stamped out of the and the chinaberry trees to the vineyard." What does "on fire" suggest about Esperanza’s eyes?

• They were literally burning.

• She was crying tears.

• She was angry or intense.

• She was excited to leave.

Answer explanation

The phrase "on fire" suggests strong emotions. In this context, it indicates that Esperanza was angry or intense, reflecting her passionate feelings as she left the area.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which detail would best belong in a summary of this passage?

• Isabel wants to be Queen of the May.

• Esperanza argues with Miguel, leading to his departure.

• Hortensia makes tortillas on a comal.

• Alfonso reassures Hortensia about Miguel.

Answer explanation

The detail about Esperanza arguing with Miguel is crucial as it directly leads to his departure, highlighting a key conflict in the passage. The other options do not capture significant plot developments.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Read this sentence from the passage: "Now my life is like the zigzag in the blanket on Mama’s bed." What does this simile suggest about Esperanza’s life?

• It is warm and cozy.

• It is unpredictable and directionless.

• It is colorful and bright.

• It is straight and orderly.

Answer explanation

The simile compares Esperanza's life to a zigzag pattern, suggesting it lacks a clear direction and is full of unexpected turns, indicating that her life is unpredictable and directionless.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

In the word "asparagus," the "a" in the first syllable sounds like the "a" in:

• Cat

• Cake

• Father

• About

Answer explanation

In "asparagus," the first "a" is pronounced like the "a" in "cat," which has a short vowel sound. In contrast, the "a" in "cake" is long, the "a" in "father" is pronounced differently, and the "a" in "about" is a schwa sound.

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Read this sentence from the passage: "With eyes as hard as green plums, Miguel stared at her." What does this simile reveal about Miguel’s feelings?

• He is confused and unsure.

• He is angry or stern.

• He is happy to see her.

• He is tired and weary.

Answer explanation

The simile "eyes as hard as green plums" suggests Miguel's gaze is intense and unyielding, indicating he is likely feeling angry or stern rather than confused, happy, or tired.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

In the word "vineyard," the "i" sounds like the "i" in:

• Hit

• Kite

• Machine

• Island

Answer explanation

In "vineyard," the "i" is pronounced like the "i" in "hit," which has a short vowel sound. In contrast, "kite" and "machine" have long vowel sounds, while "island" has a different vowel sound altogether.

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A