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What is the Boy's emotional state in the passage?
What is the Boy's emotional state in the passage?
What is the woman's reaction to the Boy's action?
What is the woman's reaction to the Boy's action?
What is the woman holding or carrying in the passage?
What is the woman holding or carrying in the passage?
What is the figurative meaning of 'jewel' as it is used in the passage?
What is the figurative meaning of 'jewel' as it is used in the passage?
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What is the Boy's action in the passage?
What is the Boy's action in the passage?
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Study Notes
The Passage
- A boy is unable to speak due to fear.
- A woman is present in the scene with a baby.
- The woman describes the boy as "a little jewel" to someone, likely an authority figure.
Figurative Language
- The word "jewel" is used figuratively to convey a sense of admiration and appreciation.
- The phrase "the Lord bless him for a little jewel that he is" suggests that the boy's actions are kind and endearing.
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Analyze the passage to understand the figurative meaning of 'jewel' in the context of the story. Identify the phrase that best reflects the intended meaning. Improve your literary analysis skills with this quiz!
