Augusta Rain: Totally Awesome Superhero

Mr. Griot introduces the concept of memoirs, focusing on Augusta Rain's story, a girl who gains superhero powers after a fishing incident. The story highlights her environmental efforts and personal growth. The video encourages readers to connect with characters and understand the author's purpose, emphasizing the importance of environmental care.

What is one characteristic of a memoir?

• It contains elements of a narrative.

• It is always written in the first person.

• It includes fictional characters.

• It focuses on a long period of time.

What unusual feature did the fish Augusta saw have?

• It was invisible.

• It could talk.

• It had three eyes.

• It was glowing.

What new ability did Augusta gain after the incident with the fish?

• She could breathe underwater.

• She could fly.

• She could see in the dark.

• She could communicate with animals.

How did Augusta use her powers to help the environment?

• By creating new plants.

• By teaching people about environmental care.

• By building a wildlife sanctuary.

• By stopping all pollution.

Who did Augusta decide to share her secret with?

• Her parents.

• Her best friend.

• The park ranger, Connor.

• A local scientist.

Why did Sarah Marino write down Augusta's story?

• To entertain and inform about environmental care.

• To promote a new book series.

• To persuade people to become superheroes.

• To document historical events.

What is a key takeaway from Augusta's story?

• Superpowers are real.

• Everyone can contribute to a cleaner Earth.

• Fishing is dangerous.

• Animals can talk to humans.