Literary Themes and Character Emotions

This video features a collection of poems celebrating heroes in various forms. 'Firefighter Face' by Mary E. Cronin highlights the bravery and pride of a firefighter. 'Miss Stone' by Nikki Grimes reflects a child's longing for companionship. 'The Race' by Jennifer Trujillo tells the story of a girl's determination to race against societal norms. 'In Daddy's Arms' by Philomi Avero describes the comfort and strength found in a father's embrace. Finally, 'The Wright Brothers' by Charles R. Smith Jr. commemorates the historic flight of the Wright Brothers.

What is the main theme of 'Firefighter Face' by Mary E. Cronin?

• The beauty of nature

• The joy of childhood

• The importance of friendship

• The bravery and resilience of a firefighter

What physical feature of the firefighter is highlighted in 'Firefighter Face'?

• His soot-black eyebrows

• His bright red hair

• His long beard

• His green eyes

In 'Miss Stone' by Nikki Grimes, what does the child wish for?

• A new toy

• A friend to play with

• A sunny day

• A pet dog

How does the child in 'Miss Stone' feel after meeting Miss Stone?

• Happier

• Angry

• Indifferent

• More unhappy

Who encourages the girl to participate in the race in 'The Race' by Jennifer Trujillo?

• Her grandmother

• Her mother

• Her teacher

• Her friend

What does the girl do with her hat after winning the race in 'The Race'?

• Loses it

• Gives it to her grandmother

• Throws it in the air

• Keeps it on her head

What does the girl feel when she is in her daddy's arms in 'In Daddy's Arms' by Philomi Avero?

• Tall and strong

• Sad and lonely

• Tired and sleepy

• Scared and anxious

In 'In Daddy's Arms', what does the child compare their happiness to?

• A circus clown

• A sunny day

• A blooming flower

• A flying bird

What historic achievement is celebrated in 'The Wright Brothers' by Charles R. Smith Jr.?

• The first moon landing

• The discovery of electricity

• The first successful airplane flight

• The invention of the telephone

What do Orville and Wilbur Wright aim to achieve in 'The Wright Brothers'?

• Build a car

• Climb a mountain

• Sail a boat

• Fly a plane