The Other Wes Moore ch. 1-4

What is the primary theme introduced in the first chapter of "The Other Wes Moore"?

• The impact of education

• The influence of family

• The role of government

• The importance of wealth

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

In "The Other Wes Moore," how does the author describe his relationship with his mother in the early chapters?

• Distant and cold

• Supportive and nurturing

• Conflicted and tense

• Indifferent and detached

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Which event in Chapter 2 of "The Other Wes Moore" serves as a turning point for the author's understanding of his environment?

• Moving to a new city

• Witnessing a crime

• Attending a new school

• Meeting a mentor

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What inference can be made about the author's feelings towards his father based on the text in Chapter 3?

• He feels abandoned

• He feels grateful

• He feels indifferent

• He feels inspired

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

In Chapter 4, how does the author illustrate the impact of peer influence on his life?

• By describing a positive role model

• By recounting a negative experience

• By highlighting a family tradition

• By discussing a school project

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What textual evidence from Chapter 1 supports the idea that the author had a challenging childhood?

• Descriptions of family vacations

• Accounts of financial struggles

• Stories of academic success

• Narratives of community support

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does the author use dialogue in Chapter 2 to reveal character relationships?

• By showing conflict between friends

• By illustrating a supportive friendship

• By highlighting a misunderstanding

• By demonstrating a power struggle

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What can be inferred about the author's perspective on education from Chapter 3?

• He views it as a burden

• He sees it as a pathway to success

• He considers it irrelevant

• He believes it is overrated

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

Which quote from Chapter 4 best illustrates the theme of resilience?

• "I gave up when things got tough."

• "I learned to adapt and overcome."

• "I relied on others to solve my problems."

• "I ignored the challenges ahead."

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the significance of the setting in Chapter 1 of "The Other Wes Moore"?

• It highlights the author's wealth

• It emphasizes the cultural diversity

• It underscores the challenges faced by the author

• It showcases the author's academic achievements

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3