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Eleven by Sandra Cisneros

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What event primarily triggers Rachel's feelings of embarrassment in the classroom?

The other students tease Rachel about her birthday.

Mrs. Price claims that the red sweater belongs to Rachel. (correct)

Mrs. Price brings a cake for Rachel's birthday.

Phyllis Lopez receives praise from the teacher.

Which character is responsible for the resolution of the conflict regarding the sweater?

Phyllis Lopez (correct)

Mrs. Price

Rachel's classmates

Rachel

How does the teacher react after the climax of the story?

She ignores Rachel and resumes the lesson. (correct)

She scolds Phyllis for taking the sweater.

She expresses joy for Rachel's birthday.

She comforts Rachel and apologizes.

What does the red sweater symbolize in Rachel's story?

<p>Rachel's discomfort with growing up</p> Signup and view all the answers

What emotional state does Rachel experience throughout the story?

<p>Sadness and powerlessness</p> Signup and view all the answers

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.