Exploring Patina: Chapters 5 and 6

Summarize the key event that takes place during the track meet in Chapter 5 of "Patina" by Jason Reynolds.

• Patina wins her race and sets a new personal record.

• Patina struggles with her shoelaces and loses the race.

• Patina gets disqualified for a false start.

• Patina injures herself and has to withdraw from the race.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze why Patina feels pressured to perform well in her track events. What motivates her?

• She wants to impress her friends.

• She is motivated by her desire to win a scholarship.

• She feels the need to prove herself to her family and honor her mother's legacy.

• She wants to be the fastest runner in her school.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Identify the theme represented by Patina's relationship with her teammates in Chapter 6.

• Isolation

• Competition

• Friendship and support

• Betrayal

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Compare the perspectives of Patina and her coach regarding her performance. How do they differ?

• Patina believes she is doing her best, while her coach thinks she is not focused enough.

• Both Patina and her coach are satisfied with her performance.

• Patina is frustrated with her performance, but her coach is encouraging and supportive.

• Patina is indifferent, while her coach is disappointed.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Make an inference about how Patina's family situation affects her mindset during races.

• It makes her more determined to win.

• It distracts her and causes her to lose focus.

• It has no impact on her performance.

• It makes her overconfident.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Evaluate how Patina's character develops from the beginning to the end of Chapter 6.

• She becomes more self-centered and less concerned about her team.

• She becomes more confident and learns to trust her teammates.

• She becomes more anxious and unsure of her abilities.

• She becomes more rebellious and defiant.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Summarize the advice Patina receives from her mother in Chapter 5 and its significance.

• Her mother advises her to quit track and focus on academics.

• Her mother tells her to always tie her shoelaces tightly, symbolizing preparedness.

• Her mother encourages her to have fun and not worry about winning.

• Her mother advises her to be aggressive and competitive at all costs.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze the symbolism of Patina's shoelaces in the context of her life challenges.

• They symbolize her lack of control over her life.

• They represent her connection to her family.

• They symbolize her determination to succeed.

• They represent her fear of failure.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Identify the theme of resilience in Chapter 6 and how it is portrayed through Patina's actions.

• Patina gives up after losing a race.

• Patina continues to train hard despite setbacks.

• Patina decides to switch to a different sport.

• Patina blames her teammates for her failures.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Compare the perspectives of Patina and her sister Maddy on their living situation. How do they view it differently?

• Patina is content, while Maddy is unhappy.

• Patina is resentful, while Maddy is accepting.

• Both Patina and Maddy are unhappy with their living situation.

• Both Patina and Maddy are content with their living situation.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking