Rent Party Jazz

How can you tell that the story takes place in the past?

• The character's clothing in the pictures looks like it's in the past.

• There is not enough information to tell.

Why does Sonny work before school?

• He wants to work before school.

• He is helping Moma pay the bills.

What problem does Sonny and his moma have?

• They do not have a problem.

• They do not have enough money to pay the rent.

What is the setting of the story?

• The setting is in New Orleans.

• The setting is in Jackson Square in New Orleans.

How does the setting affect the plot?

• The setting never affects the plot.

• The setting affects the plot because events like this happen in New Orleans.

Why does Sonny feel bad when he is listening to Smilin' Jack play music in the square?

• He feels bad that he is not doing anything to help Moma get more money.

• There is not enough information to tell if Sonny feels bad.