Exploring Themes in Brown Girl Dreaming Part 4

Miss Marshall reads part 4 of 'Brown Girl Dreaming' by Jacqueline Woodson, exploring themes of family, friendship, cultural identity, and personal growth. The narrative delves into childhood experiences, the power of storytelling, and the challenges faced by the protagonist's family. Through vivid memories and reflections, the story highlights the importance of resilience, community, and the pursuit of dreams.

What is the main reason the narrator's little brother goes back and forth to the hospital?

• He has a broken leg.

• He is weak from lead poisoning.

• He has a severe allergy.

• He needs regular vaccinations.

Why does the narrator's mother call her children inside, ending their games?

• It is time for dinner.

• It is getting dark outside.

• She wants them to do their homework.

• She is concerned about their safety.

What does the narrator struggle with when writing her name in cursive?

• The letter 'Q'

• The letter 'J'

• The letter 'L'

• The letter 'S'

How does the narrator's family react when she tells them she wants to be a writer?

• They fully support her dream.

• They enroll her in writing classes.

• They discourage her from writing.

• They suggest it as a good hobby.

What does the narrator's grandfather ask her to do when he is resting?

• Read him a book

• Write him a letter

• Sing him a song

• Tell him a story

What story did the narrator fall in love with and memorize?

• The Selfish Giant

• The Devoted Friend

• The Happy Prince

• The Nightingale and the Rose

What did the narrator and Maria often buy from John's Bargain Store?

• Shoes

• Toys

• Books

• T-shirts

Why did the narrator's mother not allow her to have an afro hairstyle?

• It was too expensive

• It was not suitable for children

• It was too difficult to maintain

• It was against their cultural norms

Where was the narrator's uncle sent after Rikers Island?

• A halfway house

• A prison upstate

• Another city

• Home

What did the narrator promise herself when she sang the mountain song?

• To never forget her uncle

• To become a writer

• To visit the mountains again

• To become a singer