What was Simone's initial reaction to the new essay assignment given by Ms. Murphy?
RW: A Food Discovery

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L. Hines
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Excitement
Dread
Indifference
Joy
Answer explanation
Simone's initial reaction to the new essay assignment was one of dread, indicating her anxiety or reluctance towards the task, rather than feelings of excitement, indifference, or joy.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did Simone feel that she had nothing special to write about for her essay?
She didn't like writing essays.
She thought her family's food was just basic Southern food.
She was not interested in food.
She didn't understand the assignment.
Answer explanation
Simone felt she had nothing special to write about because she viewed her family's food as just basic Southern food, lacking uniqueness or significance for her essay.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What food did Melissa plan to write about for her essay?
Kimchi
Hamantaschen
Sweet potato pie
Songpyeon
Answer explanation
Melissa planned to write about Hamantaschen, a traditional Jewish pastry, which is the correct choice among the options provided. The other foods listed, while interesting, were not her focus for the essay.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did Simone's father help her understand the significance of African American food?
He cooked her a meal.
He gave her a book to read.
He told her to ask her teacher.
He ignored her concerns.
Answer explanation
Simone's father helped her understand the significance of African American food by giving her a book to read, which likely provided insights and context about the cultural importance of the cuisine.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the title of the book that Simone's father gave her?
African American Cuisine
High on the Hog
Southern Delights
Culinary Traditions
Answer explanation
Simone's father gave her the book titled 'High on the Hog', which explores the rich culinary history of African American cuisine, making it the correct choice among the options provided.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain how Simone's understanding of her cultural food changed after talking to her father. Use evidence from the text to support your answer.
She realized that her family's food was not special.
She understood that African American foods have historical significance and are unique.
She decided not to write the essay at all.
She thought her father's sweet potato pie was the only special dish.
Answer explanation
After talking to her father, Simone realized that African American foods are rich in historical significance and uniqueness, which deepened her appreciation for her family's culinary traditions.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What did Simone decide to do for her essay after learning more about African American food?
Write about her father's sweet potato pie only.
Write about how African American food is special.
Write about watermelon.
Not write the essay at all.
Answer explanation
Simone decided to write about how African American food is special after learning more about it, highlighting its cultural significance rather than focusing on a single dish or not writing the essay at all.
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