"Popularity" by Adam Bagdasarian

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What character trait best describes the narrator in 'Popularity'?

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Ruthless to gain popularity.

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What is a Hyperbole?

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A figure of speech that exaggerates for emphasis or effect.

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What is a Metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What happens at the beginning of 'Popularity'?

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The narrator is picking clovers with the two Allan's, who he does not like, wishing he was with the popular boys.

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What does Carmen Perez struggle with in her community?

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Not feeling belonging in her community.

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Who is Carmen Perez?

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She is a civil rights activist.

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What does it mean to be 'ruthless'?

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Having or showing no pity or compassion for others.

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What is the significance of popularity in the story 'Popularity'?

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It highlights the social dynamics and pressures faced by the narrator.

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What does it mean to feel 'bewildered'?

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To be confused or puzzled.

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What is the role of friendship in 'Popularity'?

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Friendship is portrayed as complex, with themes of loyalty and social status.