Exploring Part 4 of Brown Girl Dreaming

What significant event occurs in Part 4 of Brown Girl Dreaming?

• The author discusses her favorite books and authors.

• The author narrates her travels across the country.

• The author reflects on her school experiences and identity challenges.

• The author describes her family's history and traditions.

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CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

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How does Jacqueline's understanding of her identity evolve in this section?

• Jacqueline rejects her past experiences and embraces a new persona.

• Jacqueline becomes more confused about her identity and self-worth.

• Jacqueline's identity evolves from a fragmented understanding to a more integrated and nuanced self-acceptance.

• Jacqueline's identity remains unchanged throughout this section.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What role does family play in Jacqueline's life as depicted in Part 4?

• Family is portrayed as a burden that Jacqueline must carry.

• Family plays a crucial role as a source of support and guidance in Jacqueline's life.

• Family is a source of conflict and tension in Jacqueline's life.

• Family has no significant impact on Jacqueline's decisions.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Identify a key theme presented in Part 4 and explain its importance.

• Struggle for identity and self-acceptance

• Desire for revenge and retribution

• Conflict with authority figures

• Pursuit of wealth and power

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What literary devices are prominently used in this section?

• Simile, hyperbole, and personification

• Repetition, foreshadowing, and tone

• Oxymoron, symbolism, and irony

• Metaphor, imagery, and alliteration

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

How does the setting influence the narrative in Part 4?

• The setting has no impact on the characters' development.

• The setting only serves as a backdrop with no emotional significance.

• The setting influences the narrative by reflecting emotional tones and shaping character interactions.

• The setting is irrelevant to the plot progression.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What challenges does Jacqueline face in her community during this part?

• Lack of community support and resources.

• Strong leadership and organization in the community.

• Overwhelming community support and resources.

• Abundance of financial aid and grants.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Discuss the significance of dreams in Jacqueline's journey in Part 4.

• Dreams are irrelevant to Jacqueline's character development.

• Jacqueline's dreams only serve as comic relief in the story.

• Dreams are solely a reflection of Jacqueline's past experiences.

• Dreams are significant as they reflect Jacqueline's inner struggles and aspirations, guiding her decisions and illustrating her quest for identity.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the author convey the concept of belonging in this section?

• The author focuses on individual struggles to highlight isolation.

• The author uses abstract concepts to discuss identity without connection.

• The author uses imagery and shared experiences to illustrate belonging.

• The author describes physical locations to emphasize distance.

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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What is one major takeaway from Part 4 that reflects Jacqueline's growth?

• Jacqueline's struggle with self-doubt.

• Jacqueline's dependence on others for validation.

• Jacqueline's newfound confidence in asserting herself.

• Jacqueline's reluctance to speak up.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3