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Which of the following contrasts best exemplifies the difference between the author's grandfather and many other lawyers, according to the passage?
Which of the following contrasts best exemplifies the difference between the author's grandfather and many other lawyers, according to the passage?
- His preference for complex cases versus their pursuit of straightforward legal matters.
- His principled nature versus their pragmatic flexibility.
- His compassionate approach to clients versus their potentially self-serving motives. (correct)
- His focus on personal wealth versus their dedication to societal impact.
What can be inferred about the author's grandmother based on the description provided?
What can be inferred about the author's grandmother based on the description provided?
- She found fulfillment in managing the household and supporting her husband's career. (correct)
- She struggled with feelings of inadequacy due to her limited role outside the home.
- She resented her husband's dedication to his work, leading to marital tension.
- She prioritized her personal ambitions over domestic responsibilities.
What does the word unruly most likely mean to the author when describing her and her sister's childhood behavior?
What does the word unruly most likely mean to the author when describing her and her sister's childhood behavior?
- Academically gifted
- Difficult to control or discipline (correct)
- Well-behaved and obedient
- Quiet and reserved
Which statement best encapsulates the change in the author's relationship with her sister, Kayla?
Which statement best encapsulates the change in the author's relationship with her sister, Kayla?
Considering the context, what is the most likely reason the author's sister, Kayla, was 'manipulative and spiteful' during their childhood?
Considering the context, what is the most likely reason the author's sister, Kayla, was 'manipulative and spiteful' during their childhood?
The author describes her grandfather as principled. Which situation would best demonstrate this trait?
The author describes her grandfather as principled. Which situation would best demonstrate this trait?
What is the most likely reason the author included the detail about her grandparents in a narrative primarily focused on her relationship with her sister?
What is the most likely reason the author included the detail about her grandparents in a narrative primarily focused on her relationship with her sister?
If the author were to describe a situation where Kayla's selfless nature is evident today, which scenario would best fit?
If the author were to describe a situation where Kayla's selfless nature is evident today, which scenario would best fit?
How would you describe the author's tone when reflecting on her childhood relationship with Kayla?
How would you describe the author's tone when reflecting on her childhood relationship with Kayla?
What overarching theme is MOST apparent in the author's reflections on her relationships with her grandfather, grandmother, and sister?
What overarching theme is MOST apparent in the author's reflections on her relationships with her grandfather, grandmother, and sister?
Flashcards
Self-serving
Self-serving
Putting your own needs and desires before those of others.
Principled
Principled
Acting in accordance with moral beliefs; having strong ethical values.
Compassionate
Compassionate
Feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others.
Distant
Distant
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Resilient
Resilient
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Conscientious
Conscientious
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Manipulative
Manipulative
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Spiteful
Spiteful
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Unruly
Unruly
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Selfless
Selfless
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Study Notes
- The narrator admires their grandparents.
Grandfather
- Many lawyers are self-serving and money-oriented, the grandfather deliberately selected to represent the poor.
- He was a principled man and would never overcharge anyone.
- He was compassionate and worked for free for those who could not afford fees.
- He was warm and friendly, never distant with his clients.
- He worked long days, leading to the grandmother taking on most of the domestic work, raising the family and running the home.
- The grandmother was incredibly resilient and never got down, even though it was hard.
Sister Kayla
- The narrator and younger sister Kayla were not close as children and were very different.
- The narrator was conscientious and hardworking and got good grades.
- Kayla, would mess around at school and get into trouble.
- Kayla was jealous of the narrator, and she was often manipulative and spiteful.
- Both were unruly and fought a lot, making them a nightmare for their parents.
- However, they get along better now and Kayla is now one of the most selfless people and is now the narrator's best friend.
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