Exploring Chapter 2: Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions

In January 1997, a young boy's family faces hardship after the sudden death of his uncle, John, due to tuberculosis. The family struggles to manage their farm, and the boy's uncle Socrates moves in with his daughters and a dog named Comba. Initially reluctant, the boy forms a bond with Comba, who becomes a loyal companion and protector of the farm. Together, they embark on hunting adventures, showcasing the boy's resourcefulness and the dog's instincts.

What illness was Uncle John diagnosed with?

• Pneumonia

• Asthma

• Malaria

• Tuberculosis

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CCSS.RL.3.1

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CCSS.RI.2.1

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How did the family react to Uncle John's death?

• They were indifferent

• They celebrated his life

• They were deeply saddened

• They moved to another village

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

Why did Uncle Socrates move back to the village?

• He bought a new house

• He retired

• He wanted to be closer to family

• He lost his job

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CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

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CCSS.RL.5.3

What was the dog's name that Uncle Socrates brought along?

• Max

• Combi

• Buddy

• Rex

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

How did the narrator initially feel about Combi?

• Was scared of him

• Disliked him

• Was indifferent

• Loved him immediately

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CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

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What role did Combi play on the farm?

• Guarding the chickens and goats

• Herding cattle

• Fetching water

• Plowing fields

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CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

What was Combi's favorite activity?

• Running

• Eating

• Sleeping

• Playing with the baby animals

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CCSS.RI.6.10

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What did the narrator and Combi hunt during the dry season?

• Fish

• Deer

• Birds

• Rabbits

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CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

What materials did the narrator use to make traps?

• Bicycle parts and wire

• Wood and nails

• Plastic and metal

• Rope and stones

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

How did the narrator cook the birds they hunted?

• Grilled them over embers

• Fried them

• Boiled them

• Baked them

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CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3