L10: Jose' Born to Dance Reading Comprehension

Front

Why did José and his family move to Nogales?

Back

To escape the civil war.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Front

What was the author's MAIN purpose for writing this article?

Back

To tell about the life of a famous dancer.

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

Front

What does the simile 'as silk' mean in the context of José's dance?

Back

José's dance movements were smooth and graceful.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Front

What does the metaphor 'New York is a cemetery' imply about José's dreams?

Back

José's dream of being an artist ended there.

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CCSS.RI.3.7

CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RL.3.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

Front

When did José first see dancers?

Back

When Papa took him to the theater.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A figure of speech comparing two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Front

What is a metaphor?

Back

A figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn't literally true, but helps explain an idea.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What does it mean to 'flow and float and fly' in dance?

Back

It describes smooth and effortless movements in dance.

Front

What is the significance of dance in José's life?

Back

Dance represents his passion and dreams of becoming a famous dancer.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What challenges did José face in pursuing his dance career?

Back

He faced obstacles such as family struggles and the impact of the civil war.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2