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What aspect of Judith Ortiz Cofer's background influenced her storytelling?
What aspect of Judith Ortiz Cofer's background influenced her storytelling?
Which term refers to a strong emotional fascination that might be seen in young love?
Which term refers to a strong emotional fascination that might be seen in young love?
What does 'elation' commonly describe in emotional contexts?
What does 'elation' commonly describe in emotional contexts?
What is one of the major themes of Judith Ortiz Cofer's work?
What is one of the major themes of Judith Ortiz Cofer's work?
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What is the primary role of Judith Ortiz Cofer's grandmother in her life?
What is the primary role of Judith Ortiz Cofer's grandmother in her life?
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Which of the following options best describes 'impulse'?
Which of the following options best describes 'impulse'?
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What does the process of annotating help a reader achieve?
What does the process of annotating help a reader achieve?
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What does the term 'enthralled' imply about a person's state of mind?
What does the term 'enthralled' imply about a person's state of mind?
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What event defined the generation mentioned in the content?
What event defined the generation mentioned in the content?
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What can be inferred about the location referred to as 'El Building'?
What can be inferred about the location referred to as 'El Building'?
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What type of literature is expected to be read and comprehended by the end of grade 9?
What type of literature is expected to be read and comprehended by the end of grade 9?
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What happened on the fateful day mentioned in the story?
What happened on the fateful day mentioned in the story?
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What emotional state did the country experience after Kennedy's assassination?
What emotional state did the country experience after Kennedy's assassination?
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How does the author present the location of Paterson, New Jersey?
How does the author present the location of Paterson, New Jersey?
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What is the significance of remembering where people were when they heard about the event?
What is the significance of remembering where people were when they heard about the event?
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What does the 'Ripley's Believe It or Not' column suggest about Paterson, New Jersey?
What does the 'Ripley's Believe It or Not' column suggest about Paterson, New Jersey?
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What effect does the cold have on the narrator in the text?
What effect does the cold have on the narrator in the text?
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Why do the black girls tease the narrator?
Why do the black girls tease the narrator?
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What is the narrator's primary source of comfort mentioned in the text?
What is the narrator's primary source of comfort mentioned in the text?
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How does the narrator perceive the black girls' ability to jump rope?
How does the narrator perceive the black girls' ability to jump rope?
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What does the narrator dislike most about her body?
What does the narrator dislike most about her body?
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What detail emphasizes the narrator's feelings of isolation?
What detail emphasizes the narrator's feelings of isolation?
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What does the narrator notice is absent from their perspective after the father finishes mowing?
What does the narrator notice is absent from their perspective after the father finishes mowing?
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What is the significance of Eugene in the narrator's life?
What is the significance of Eugene in the narrator's life?
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How does the narrator describe her experience in winter at school?
How does the narrator describe her experience in winter at school?
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How does the narrator feel towards Eugene when he is first introduced?
How does the narrator feel towards Eugene when he is first introduced?
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Why were the honors classes not accessible to the narrator?
Why were the honors classes not accessible to the narrator?
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How often did the narrator see the father throughout the week?
How often did the narrator see the father throughout the week?
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What does the narrator imply about their relationship with the father?
What does the narrator imply about their relationship with the father?
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What visual contrast does the narrator reflect on after the father's work in the yard?
What visual contrast does the narrator reflect on after the father's work in the yard?
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What does the mention of the mother in a white uniform suggest about her role?
What does the mention of the mother in a white uniform suggest about her role?
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What were the primary activities Eugene engaged in when the narrator kept him company?
What were the primary activities Eugene engaged in when the narrator kept him company?
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What was the primary concern of the narrator's mother as indicated in the passage?
What was the primary concern of the narrator's mother as indicated in the passage?
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How did the narrator describe her feelings about her secret sharing of evenings?
How did the narrator describe her feelings about her secret sharing of evenings?
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What does the term 'enamorada' refer to in the context of the passage?
What does the term 'enamorada' refer to in the context of the passage?
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What does the narrator recall from her visit to Puerto Rico?
What does the narrator recall from her visit to Puerto Rico?
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Which location is mentioned as a contrast to Paterson in the narrator's reflections?
Which location is mentioned as a contrast to Paterson in the narrator's reflections?
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What themes does the narrator's mother emphasize to her?
What themes does the narrator's mother emphasize to her?
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What contrasts does the narrator make concerning winter in Paterson?
What contrasts does the narrator make concerning winter in Paterson?
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What role do dreams play in the narrator's reflections about her family?
What role do dreams play in the narrator's reflections about her family?
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What characteristic of a good narrative is emphasized in the writing assignment?
What characteristic of a good narrative is emphasized in the writing assignment?
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How can prepositional phrases enhance descriptive writing?
How can prepositional phrases enhance descriptive writing?
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Which of the following is a component of an effective conclusion in narrative writing?
Which of the following is a component of an effective conclusion in narrative writing?
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What is the purpose of writing a monologue from a character’s point of view?
What is the purpose of writing a monologue from a character’s point of view?
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Which word best describes a strong emotional attachment seen in narratives?
Which word best describes a strong emotional attachment seen in narratives?
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In what way does 'American identity' influence storytelling?
In what way does 'American identity' influence storytelling?
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Why is it important to select effective words when portraying characters’ thoughts or feelings?
Why is it important to select effective words when portraying characters’ thoughts or feelings?
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What is a potential challenge when writing an alternative ending to a story?
What is a potential challenge when writing an alternative ending to a story?
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Study Notes
American History - Concept Vocabulary
- Words in the text include: anticipated, infatuated, enthralled, devoted, elation, and impulse
- These words are used as students read "American History"
- Students are asked to rank the words from most familiar (1) to least familiar (6)
- Review rankings after the first read
First Read Strategies
- Notice: Note the characters, actions, setting and reasoning
- Connect: Relate ideas to prior knowledge and reading
- Annotate: Mark important Vocabulary and passages worthy of revisiting
- Respond: Complete comprehension checks and write a summary
Background Information (November 22, 1963)
- President John F. Kennedy was shot and killed in Dallas, Texas
- The assassination led to national mourning
- The event defined a generation
- The story features events from that day
Close Read Paragraph 5
- Focuses on feelings of hot and cold
- Suggests the narrator's feelings of isolation
- The importance of Elena's emotional state
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This quiz explores the key elements of Judith Ortiz Cofer's storytelling, including her background influences, major themes, and emotional concepts in her works. Test your understanding of her literary contributions, emotional terminology, and the socio-historical context surrounding her stories.
