Helen Keller Reading comprehension flashcard

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What is a biography?

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Writing that is about a real person.

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Who was Annie Sullivan?

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She was a teacher who really lived.

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Why does the author describe how the cow feels?

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To show how the world felt to Helen.

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What does it mean when Helen could not see her father's smile?

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It shows that it is hard not to see and hear.

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Why did Helen lock Annie in a room?

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To show that Helen was hard to work with.

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What is the main idea of a biography?

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It tells the true story of someone's life.

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Why is Annie Sullivan important in Helen Keller's life?

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She was Helen's teacher who helped her learn.

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What does it mean to be 'hard to work with'?

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It means someone can be challenging or difficult to teach.

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How did Helen Keller communicate before she learned to speak?

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She used gestures and signs.

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What is the significance of Helen not seeing pretty flowers?

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It highlights her challenges with sight.