GR 11 Q1 CW 2 My Brother's Keeper by Jay Bennett

What is the central conflict in "My Brother's Keeper"?

• Jamie must decide whether to protect Ted or reveal the truth about a hit-and-run accident.

• Jamie must choose a college.

• Ted wants to move to another city.

• Jamie is trying to win a sports competition.

Why does Jamie feel a strong sense of loyalty toward Ted?

• Ted is his older brother and Jamie has always protected him.

• Ted is his teacher.

• Ted is his neighbor.

• Ted is his classmate.

How is Ted and Jamie’s relationship described in the text?

• Toxic and built on manipulation, imbalance, and emotional strain.

• Supportive and healthy.

• Competitive and fun.

• Distant and indifferent.

What does Jamie’s internal conflict revolve around?

• Loyalty to Ted and his sense of morality.

• Choosing a career.

• Learning a new language.

• Traveling the world.

What is the consequence of Jamie constantly shielding Ted?

• It erodes Jamie’s well-being and makes their relationship toxic and damaging.

• It makes Jamie popular.

• It helps Jamie win awards.

• It improves Jamie’s grades.

Which literary device is highlighted when the younger sibling, Jamie, acts more responsibly than the older sibling, Ted?

• Hyperbole

• Role Reversal (Situational Irony)

• Metaphor

• Foreshadowing

Who is described as the most emotionally vulnerable character?

• Ted

• Mr. Carmody

• Jamie

• The lawyer

What motivates Ted’s actions toward Jamie, according to the text?

• Genuine care for Jamie

• Self-preservation

• Desire for adventure

• Need for approval

What is ironic about Ted’s emphasis on family loyalty?

• He is actually loyal to Jamie

• He uses loyalty to manipulate Jamie for selfish reasons

• He never mentions loyalty

• He is the youngest sibling

What is the main theme explored in the relationships between Ted, Jamie, and Mr. Carmody?

• Financial independence

• Emotional manipulation

• Physical strength

• Academic achievement