Exploring Big Red Lollipop Vocabulary

The video tutorial explores the story 'Big Red Lollipop' by Roxanna Khan, a realistic fiction tale about a girl named Rubina who faces challenges when her younger sister, Sana, insists on attending a birthday party uninvited. The story highlights themes of sibling rivalry, cultural differences, and personal growth. Rubina learns to empathize with her sister, leading to a resolution that strengthens their bond. The tutorial also includes a discussion on the author's background and questions for reflection.

What genre does 'Big Red Lollipop' belong to?

• Fantasy

• Realistic Fiction

• Science Fiction

• Historical Fiction

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

What is the main character's initial reaction to being invited to a birthday party?

• Sadness

• Confusion

• Excitement

• Indifference

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Why does the main character's mother suggest calling the friend?

• To ask what gift to bring

• To thank them for the invitation

• To ask if a sibling can come

• To decline the invitation

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the main character feel about bringing her sister to the party?

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Happy

• Embarrassed

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does Sana do with her big red lollipop?

• Loses it at the party

• Shares it with her sister

• Saves it for later

• Eats it on the way home

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

What lesson does the main character learn by the end of the story?

• To never bring siblings to parties

• The importance of forgiveness

• To save treats for later

• To always share

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does the main character do with the lollipop triangle Sana leaves for her?

• Eats it gratefully

• Saves it for later

• Gives it back to Sana

• Throws it away

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Why does the main character decide to intervene on Sana's behalf regarding Mariam?

• To avoid embarrassment

• Out of spite

• Because of a lesson learned

• To get a reward

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does Sana give to the main character after her own party?

• A big green lollipop

• A ruby ring

• A whistle

• A piece of cake

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does the story 'Big Red Lollipop' end?

• With Sana and the main character becoming friends

• With the main character losing her lollipop

• With the main character getting another party invitation

• With a family argument

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5