"Call Me Maria" excerpt by Judith Cofer

Which character in "Call Me Maria" is known for their resilience and adaptability?

• Maria

• Maria's father

• Maria's mother

• Maria's friend

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the main reason Maria moves to the United States in "Call Me Maria"?

• To attend a better school

• To be with her father

• To escape political unrest

• To pursue a career in music

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Summarize the main conflict Maria faces in "Call Me Maria."

• Maria struggles with her identity and adapting to a new culture.

• Maria has trouble making friends at her new school.

• Maria is trying to learn a new language.

• Maria is dealing with her parents' divorce.

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What is the primary theme of "Call Me Maria"?

• The importance of family

• The challenges of immigration

• The value of education

• The power of friendship

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How does Maria's relationship with her father affect her adaptation to her new environment?

• It makes her more determined to succeed.

• It causes her to feel isolated.

• It helps her feel more at home.

• It leads to frequent arguments.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What can be inferred about Maria's character based on her actions throughout the story?

• She is timid and shy.

• She is resilient and adaptable.

• She is rebellious and defiant.

• She is indifferent and apathetic.

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Explain how Maria's bilingual ability impacts her experiences in the story.

• It creates confusion and misunderstandings.

• It helps her connect with different people.

• It makes her feel superior to others.

• It has no significant impact.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What conclusion can be drawn about the importance of cultural identity in "Call Me Maria"?

• Cultural identity is a minor theme in the story.

• Cultural identity is central to Maria's personal growth.

• Cultural identity is portrayed negatively.

• Cultural identity is irrelevant to the plot.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Analyze the cause and effect relationship between Maria's move to the United States and her sense of identity.

• Moving to the United States causes Maria to lose her sense of identity.

• Moving to the United States strengthens Maria's sense of identity.

• Moving to the United States has no effect on Maria's sense of identity.

• Moving to the United States causes Maria to reject her cultural heritage.

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How does the author use context clues to help readers understand unfamiliar Spanish words in the text?

• By providing direct translations in parentheses

• By using the words in a sentence that gives hints about their meaning

• By including a glossary at the end of the book

• By having characters explain the words

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept