Exploring Conflict and Character in Poet X Pages 63-84

What is the name of Xiomara’s twin brother?

• Mateo

• Xavier

• Twin

• Miguel

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Who does Xiomara begin to develop feelings for during this section?

• Aman

• Twin

• Father Sean

• John

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What activity does Xiomara secretly want to participate in, despite her mother’s disapproval?

• Basketball

• Poetry club

• Dance class

• Soccer

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Which family member does Xiomara often feel misunderstood by?

• Her father

• Her mother

• Her cousin

• Her aunt

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Why does Xiomara feel conflicted about her interest in Aman? Choose all that apply.

• She is afraid of being judged by her friends

• Her mother’s strict rules about dating

• Aman is moving away

• She doesn’t like Aman

• Her lack of self-confidence

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How does Xiomara’s relationship with her twin brother change during these pages?

• They become closer

• They grow more distant

• They start fighting physically

• They ignore each other completely

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What motivates Xiomara to write poetry?

• To impress Mrs. Galiano, whom she looks up to

• To express feelings she cannot say aloud

• To win a contest and become locally famous

• To make friends at Poetry Club

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Which conflict best describes Xiomara’s struggle in this section?

• Man vs. Nature

• Man vs. Society

• Man vs. Self

• Man vs. Technology

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How does Xiomara’s mother’s religious beliefs impact Xiomara’s actions?

• Xiomara becomes more religious

• Xiomara rebels and hides her true self

• Xiomara stops going to school

• Xiomara joins a church group

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What evidence from the text shows that Xiomara feels isolated at home?

• She spends more time with her mother

• She writes about not being able to talk to her family

• She invites friends over often

• She joins family dinners happily

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