Ashes of Roses (Chapters 25 - 29)

Why is Mr. Garoff upset that Gussie is working on Shabbes?

• He thinks she should be spending time with Jacob

• He thinks she should be attending a union meeting.

• He thinks she should be spending more time with Rose & Maureen

• Gussies is supposed to rest on this day.

Rose thinks it's important for Maureen to get an

Maureen would rather get a

Rose says, "Soon I became engrossed in the story, I hadn't a thought of laughing."

Which word is a synonym for engrossed?

• irritated

• capitvated

• confused

• saddened

What does Rose leave out of her letter to Ma?

(Choose 2)

• She works at the Triangle.

• Mr. Garoff's name.

• What happened with Mr. Moscovitz.

• She knows how to use a sewing machine.

What is Rose looking forward to on the morning of the fire?

• Going to the store

• Going to the Nickelodeon

• Getting paid

• Learning to be a cutter

What are Rose and Maureen's arguments for working vs. going to school.

Groups:

(a) Rose's argument

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(b) Maureen's argument

• Maureen should be in school

• Maureen is too young.

• Maureen doesn't like school

• Maureen can help Rose earn money.

Rose has an argument with Maureen about working. Which of the following best describes Rose's mood after their argument?

• Hopeful

• Excited

• Furious

• Discouraged

On the day of the fire, Gussie's actions reveal that she is

• Courageous

• Self-centered

• Anxious

• Unrealistic

What does Rose do to prevent her clothing and hair from catching on fire?

• She uses a fire extinguisher.

• She jumps out of the window.

• She dumps a bucket of sand on her head.

• She dumps a bucket of water on her dress.