5 Questions
According to the passage, what kind of jacket did the narrator describe to his mother?
A black leather jacket with silver studs
How did the narrator feel about his clothes in fifth and sixth grades?
Embarrassed and bitter
Where did the narrator find the new jacket his mother got for him?
On his bedpost
What color was the jacket the narrator received?
Day-old color
What does the narrator mean by 'pressed yourself against a greasy wall'?
Being shy and hiding
Study Notes
Jacket Description
- The narrator described a specific kind of jacket to his mother.
Narrator's Feelings About Clothes
- The narrator was self-conscious about his clothes in fifth and sixth grades.
Acquiring the New Jacket
- The narrator's mother bought him a new jacket.
- The narrator found the new jacket at a department store.
Jacket Characteristics
- The jacket the narrator received was a specific color, but the exact color is not specified.
Metaphorical Expression
- 'Pressed yourself against a greasy wall' is a metaphorical expression meaning to fit in or try to blend in with a particular group.
"The Jacket" by Gary Soto Quiz: Test your understanding of the narrator's changing feelings towards his jacket in this passage by Gary Soto. Explore the emotions and memories that the jacket evokes, and see how the narrator's perspective evolves over time.
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