The Color of Water Quiz Chapter 1-21 Practice

How does James describe his mother, Ruth, in Chapter 1?

• As a strict disciplinarian

• As a loving and gentle figure

• As a mysterious and complex person

• As a distant and uninvolved parent

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What role does religion play in Ruth's childhood according to Chapter 2?

• It is a minor influence

• It shapes her identity and choices

• It is a source of conflict

• It is completely absent

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Why does Ruth move to New York City in Chapter 3?

• To escape her past

• To pursue a career

• To find a new community

• To attend college

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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

How does James react to the racial identity of his family in Chapter 4?

• With pride

• With confusion

• With indifference

• With anger

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What impact does Ruth's experience at her family's grocery store have in Chapter 5?

• It strengthens her community ties

• It shapes her views on race

• It leads to financial success

• It causes family conflict

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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

How does James's behavior change after his stepfather dies in Chapter 6?

• He becomes more responsible

• He becomes withdrawn

• He becomes rebellious

• He becomes more social

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Why does Ruth emphasize education in Chapter 7?

• To fulfill her own dreams

• To meet societal expectations

• To ensure her children's success

• To escape poverty

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What does Ruth's decision to leave Suffolk symbolize in Chapter 8?

• A desire for adventure

• A rejection of her past

• A search for identity

• A need for independence

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How do James's siblings influence his outlook in Chapter 9?

• They encourage him to rebel

• They provide stability

• They challenge his beliefs

• They ignore him

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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

What role does music play in James's life in Chapter 10?

• It is a hobby

• It is a career path

• It is a form of escape

• It is a family tradition

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3