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What event primarily triggers Rachel's feelings of embarrassment in the classroom?
What event primarily triggers Rachel's feelings of embarrassment in the classroom?
Which character is responsible for the resolution of the conflict regarding the sweater?
Which character is responsible for the resolution of the conflict regarding the sweater?
How does the teacher react after the climax of the story?
How does the teacher react after the climax of the story?
What does the red sweater symbolize in Rachel's story?
What does the red sweater symbolize in Rachel's story?
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What emotional state does Rachel experience throughout the story?
What emotional state does Rachel experience throughout the story?
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Study Notes
Setting
- The story takes place in a classroom on Rachel's eleventh birthday.
Characters
- The main characters are Rachel, Mrs. Price (the teacher), and Phyllis Lopez (a student).
Rising Action
- Mrs. Price insists the red sweater belongs to Rachel, placing it on her desk.
- Despite Rachel's denial, Mrs. Price persists, leading to increasing embarrassment and upset for Rachel.
Climax
- The turning point is when Phyllis Lopez finally acknowledges the sweater as hers, after Rachel has been humiliated.
Falling Action
- The teacher quickly dismisses the situation and continues the lesson.
- Rachel feels emotionally drained and ignored by Mrs. Price.
Resolution
- Mrs. Price ignores Rachel's distress and continues the lesson.
- Rachel remains saddened and powerless, despite it being her birthday.
Symbols
- The red sweater symbolizes Rachel's discomfort with growing up and turning eleven.
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Description
This quiz explores the key elements of Sandra Cisneros' short story 'Eleven,' focusing on themes of embarrassment, growing up, and emotional turmoil. Participants will analyze characters, plot structure, and the symbolism of the red sweater. Dive into Rachel's poignant birthday experience and the impact of authority figures.
