Literary Elements in My Left Foot

What does Christy’s left foot symbolize in the story?

• His weakness

• His family’s struggles

• His perseverance and determination

• His frustration with life

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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

The chalk in My Left Foot can best be interpreted as a symbol of…

• Childhood innocence

• Christy’s intellectual freedom

• His family’s support

• Medical breakthroughs

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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

Which event is most symbolic of Christy’s breakthrough moment?

• Learning to communicate

• Writing his first word

• Grasping the chalk with his toes

• Painting with his foot

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Christy’s family often represents which symbolic idea?

• Society’s limitations

• Unconditional love and support

• Judgmental attitudes

• Success without effort

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the central theme of My Left Foot?

• The importance of art

• Overcoming adversity through perseverance

• Acceptance of disability

• The power of education

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does My Left Foot address the theme of family support?

• By showing how Christy’s family educates him at home

• By showing their unwavering belief in his abilities

• By focusing on Christy’s independence

• By emphasizing their financial struggles

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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

Which quote best reflects the theme of determination?

• “It was easier to give up.”

• “I clenched my toes harder… as if to prove that I could do it.”

• “My mother often cried, but I didn’t notice.”

• “The others didn’t understand me, and I didn’t care.”

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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 lesson can be learned from the story?

• Disabilities define individuals

• Support systems are irrelevant

• Hard work and belief in oneself can overcome challenges

• Success is solely based on natural talent

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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 tone does Christy Brown use when recounting his challenges?

• Bitter

• Inspirational and reflective

• Cynical

• Detached

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The tone of Christy’s family members toward him is mostly…

• Encouraging and hopeful

• Overprotective and fearful

• Resentful and frustrated

• Indifferent

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

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