Martina the Beautiful Cockroach Comprehension

Front

What is the main problem Martina faces in the story?

Back

Martina is trying to find a kind husband.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

Why does Martina reject Don Lagarto, the lizard?

Back

Martina thinks he is too creepy.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

Front

What reason does Martina give for saying no to Don Gallo, the rooster?

Back

Martina says no because he yells when he is angry.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

Front

What moral lesson can we learn from Martina's story?

Back

We learn that we shouldn't judge people too quickly.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

Why does Abuela suggest the coffee test to Martina?

Back

Abuela wants to help Martina find a kind husband.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

Front

What does the coffee test symbolize in the story?

Back

The coffee test symbolizes the importance of character over appearance.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

Who is Martina's abuela?

Back

Abuela is Martina's grandmother who gives her advice.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What type of animal is Martina?

Back

Martina is a cockroach.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What does it mean to judge someone too quickly?

Back

It means to form an opinion about someone without knowing them well.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

What qualities does Martina look for in a husband?

Back

Martina looks for kindness and good character.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.K.3