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In the context of the book, what does the term 'principles' most accurately refer to?
In the context of the book, what does the term 'principles' most accurately refer to?
- Abstract, untested theoretical frameworks.
- Individual responsibilities within a community.
- Personal opinions without basis in wider values.
- Established codes of behavior guiding actions. (correct)
Which statement from the book best illustrates the principle that guides the characters' actions?
Which statement from the book best illustrates the principle that guides the characters' actions?
- Hand Clap's storytelling significantly shapes the expectations of the community.
- The capacity for both good and evil exists within those considered mythical beings.
- Moon Shadow's age is calculated differently due to cultural norms.
- A fundamental moral code restricts violence against the defenseless. (correct)
What central feeling does the narrator convey in the passage about the 'Dragonwings' incident?
What central feeling does the narrator convey in the passage about the 'Dragonwings' incident?
- Mild disappointment at the delayed timeline.
- Total apathy towards the accident details.
- Overwhelming sense of betrayal due to the machine's failure. (correct)
- Complete and utter joy at the success of flight.
Which pair of occurrences from the narrative provided most directly reinforces the narrator's primary emotional response?
Which pair of occurrences from the narrative provided most directly reinforces the narrator's primary emotional response?
Which theme is most evident throughout the book, considering the broader implications of characters' challenges and triumphs?
Which theme is most evident throughout the book, considering the broader implications of characters' challenges and triumphs?
What detail from the book most effectively demonstrates the theme that following a dream can be challenging and rewarding?
What detail from the book most effectively demonstrates the theme that following a dream can be challenging and rewarding?
What primary insight does the Uncle provide with his statement, 'But then I never thought I'd be friends with a demoness or see a man fly through the air'?
What primary insight does the Uncle provide with his statement, 'But then I never thought I'd be friends with a demoness or see a man fly through the air'?
Which quotation from Uncle mirrors the sentiment that experiences can defy expectations?
Which quotation from Uncle mirrors the sentiment that experiences can defy expectations?
What is the importance of family?
What is the importance of family?
Who is the intended audience of Dragonwings?
Who is the intended audience of Dragonwings?
Flashcards
Principles
Principles
Codes of behavior; guiding principles.
Theme of the book
Theme of the book
Following a dream can be challenging and rewarding.
Uncle's quote significance
Uncle's quote significance
Show surprise and acceptance of the extraordinary.
Study Notes
- The following notes cover the comprehension assessment questions from the Dragonwings instructional guide.
Principles in the Book
- In the context of the book, "principles" means codes of behavior.
Supporting Detail for Principles
- A dragon can be good or evil, like a demon
Main Idea of the Text
- The main idea is the narrator's feeling of betrayal after Dragonwings crashes and potentially injures the Father, despite all the effort put into it.
Details Supporting Main Idea
- A bolt on Dragonwings snaps.
- Moon Shadow is scared for his father's safety.
Theme of the Book
- The theme best expressed is that following a dream can be challenging and rewarding.
Evidence for the Theme
- The Father is happy that he flew, even with his injuries
Purpose of Uncle's Sentence
- The purpose of, "But then I never thought I'd be friends with a demoness or see a man fly through the air," is not stated.
Similar Quote from Uncle
- Another quote from Uncle that serves a similar purpose is not stated.
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