Eng I - Day 4: Jigsaw Questions - Family Reunion

What is the most likely reason the author included the details in paragraph 10?

• to show how overwhelming Ellis Island could be for new immigrants

• to explain why immigrants preferred to travel in first-class cabins

• to provide historical background about immigration laws in the United States

• to describe how immigrants prepared for the journey across the Atlantic

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The author includes the descriptions of the crowds, the noise, and the officials’ inspections in paragraphs 10–16 most likely to develop the idea that —

• Ellis Island was a confusing and intimidating place for new immigrants

• immigrants enjoyed meeting many people from different countries

• officials at Ellis Island were following strict procedures to process immigrants safely

• traveling to America was a simple and easy process

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The author uses the repeated concerns and nervous thoughts of Angelina in paragraph 8 most likely to —

• show that immigrants often did not understand English

• explain the history of Ellis Island

• describe how long the ferry ride was from the ship to Ellis Island

• emphasize Angelina’s fear and anxiety about entering the new country

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Read the dictionary entry. passage \pass-ij\ n 1 a hallway or corridor 2 a short section in a book or piece of music 3 a journey by ship or airplane 4 approval of a bill into law by a legislature Which definition best matches the use of the word passage in paragraph 20?

• Definition 1

• Definition 2

• Definition 3

• Definition 4

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PART A

The description of Angelina and her family in paragraphs 1–22 supports a theme about the importance of —

• learning English before arriving in America

• staying together and supporting loved ones during challenging times

• traveling in first or second class to avoid difficulties

• following strict immigration rules to succeed

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PART B

Which quotation from paragraphs 1–22 best supports the theme you chose in Part A?

• “Stay close together!” Mama said. Angelina, holding tightly to Maria’s hand, could barely hear Mama above the tremendous noise in the building’s baggage room. (paragraph 10)

• “Why can’t we get off like those people?” Angelina asked her mother. (paragraph 6)

• “Tell him your name and walk a little for him,” Mama instructed in Italian. (paragraph 14)

• As they walked out of the building, they spotted him: There was Papa, with his arms outstretched and his face beaming with joy! (paragraph 22)

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Analyze how the author develops a central message in “The Lion and the Hare.” In your response, explain the author’s purpose and how specific literary elements (such as characterization, dialogue, or plot) contribute to the development of that message.

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