Romiette and Julio: Chapter 1-3

What is the main setting of the story in chapters 1-3?

• A remote island in the present day

• A futuristic space station

• A bustling city in the 1800s

• A small town in the Midwest during the 1950s

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CCSS.RL.8.2

Describe the main characters, Romiette and Julio, and their personalities.

• Romiette is shy and introverted, while Julio is arrogant and rude.

• Romiette is naive and gullible, while Julio is manipulative and deceitful.

• Romiette is strong-willed and independent, while Julio is confident and charming.

• Romiette is passive and dependent, while Julio is insecure and awkward.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the central conflict in the first three chapters of the book?

• Protagonist's struggle to adapt and overcome personal challenges

• Protagonist's lack of any conflict or challenge

• Antagonist's easy victory over all obstacles

• The central conflict is unrelated to the protagonist

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

Explain the significance of the storm in chapter 2.

• The storm in chapter 2 foreshadows the characters' success and happiness

• The storm in chapter 2 signifies the beginning of a peaceful period for the characters

• The storm in chapter 2 symbolizes the chaos and conflict that the characters will face in the upcoming events.

• The storm in chapter 2 represents the characters' love for each other

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.4

Define the following vocabulary words: clandestine, ominous, and apprehensive.

• clandestine: open or public, ominous: giving the impression that something good will happen, apprehensive: calm and relaxed

• clandestine: kept secret or done secretly, ominous: giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen, apprehensive: anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen

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CCSS.L.8.4A

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CCSS.RL.8.4

How does the author use the setting to create a mood in the first three chapters?

• The author uses the setting of a dark, gloomy forest with dense fog and eerie silence to create a mysterious and foreboding mood in the first three chapters.

• The author uses the setting of a bustling city with honking cars and crowded streets to create a mysterious and foreboding mood in the first three chapters.

• The author uses the setting of a bright, sunny beach with cheerful music and laughter to create a mysterious and foreboding mood in the first three chapters.

• The author uses the setting of a peaceful meadow with chirping birds and gentle breeze to create a mysterious and foreboding mood in the first three chapters.

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CCSS.RL.8.2

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CCSS.W.8.3D

What is the turning point in the plot of the story so far?

• Finding a lost pet dog

• Discovery of the truth about the long-lost sibling

• Main character winning the lottery

• Alien invasion of the town

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.3

How does the author use dialogue to develop the characters in the first three chapters?

• The author uses dialogue to provide historical background in the first three chapters.

• The author uses dialogue to introduce new characters in the first three chapters.

• The author uses dialogue to reveal the personalities, motivations, and relationships of the characters.

• The author uses dialogue to describe the setting and environment in the first three chapters.

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What role does Romiette's dream play in the plot of the story?

• Leading to Romiette's success in school

• Foreshadowing and setting the stage for Romiette and Julio's meeting and relationship.

• Causing Romiette to forget about Julio

• Creating conflict between Romiette and her family

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

Discuss the theme of identity and belonging as it is presented in the first three chapters.

• The protagonist easily fits in with his peers and has no struggle with his cultural identity

• The theme of identity and belonging is not explored in the first three chapters

• The theme of identity and belonging is presented through the protagonist's struggle to fit in with his peers at school and within his family, as he grapples with his cultural identity and societal expectations.

• The theme of identity and belonging is only presented through the protagonist's love life and romantic relationships

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