Fish Cheeks Unit 2 Cluster 2 Edge level A

Front

What does Tan's mother want to teach her daughter?

Back

To be proud of her Chinese customs.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

Is it a polite Chinese custom to belch loudly after a meal?

Back

False.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Front

What is the name of the children's TV show based on Amy Tan's book 'The Chinese Siamese Cat'?

Back

Sagwa.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Front

What does Tan's mother mean by saying, 'You only shame is be ashame'?

Back

The only thing you should be embarrassed about is that you are embarrassed.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is an anecdote?

Back

It is mostly about one event.

Front

Why is it important to be proud of one's cultural heritage?

Back

It fosters self-identity and confidence.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What role does food play in cultural identity, as depicted in 'Fish Cheeks'?

Back

Food serves as a connection to cultural traditions and family.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Amy Tan's writing reflect her experiences as a Chinese-American?

Back

Her writing often explores themes of cultural conflict and identity.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

Front

What is the significance of the title 'Fish Cheeks'?

Back

It symbolizes the clash between cultural pride and embarrassment.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What lesson does Tan learn from her mother's teachings?

Back

To embrace her heritage and not be ashamed of it.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2