Hard to Say

Which statement best describes the central conflict of “Hard to Say”?

• Val wishes she were more like her sister.

• . Val has no way to express her artistic talents.

• . Val feels like an outsider around her own family because she doesn’t speak Spanish as fluently as they do

Which statement best describes the central conflict of 'Hard to Say'?

• Val wishes she were more like her sister.

• Val has no way to express her artistic talents.

• Val feels like an outsider around her own family because she doesn’t speak Spanish as fluently as they do.

What is the main theme of 'Hard to Say'?

• Cultural identity and belonging

• The importance of honesty

• Overcoming fears

• Friendship and loyalty

In 'Hard to Say', what does Val struggle with the most?

• Her relationship with her parents

• Her inability to speak Spanish fluently

• Her academic performance

• Her friendship with her peers

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'Hard to Say'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Irony

• Alliteration

What is the setting of 'Hard to Say'?

• A small town in Texas

• A bustling city in California

• A rural village in Mexico

• A suburban neighborhood in Florida

How does Val's relationship with her sister influence her actions in 'Hard to Say'?

• It motivates her to improve her Spanish.

• It causes her to rebel against her family.

• It makes her feel inferior and isolated.

• It encourages her to pursue her artistic talents.

What role does language play in 'Hard to Say'?

• It is a barrier to Val's sense of belonging.

• It is a tool for Val to connect with her culture.

• It is irrelevant to the story.

• It is a source of humor and light-heartedness.

Which character in 'Hard to Say' provides the most support to Val?

• Her mother

• Her sister

• Her teacher

• Her best friend

What is the climax of 'Hard to Say'?

• Val decides to learn Spanish.

• Val confronts her family about her feelings.

• Val wins an art competition.

• Val makes a new friend who speaks Spanish.