Gathering Blue: Chapters 1-6

What is the significance of Kira's talent in weaving?

• It represents her ability to create beautiful fabrics.

• It symbolizes her connection to her culture and her ability to tell stories through her art.

• It is a skill that allows her to earn a living.

• It reflects her desire to escape from her responsibilities.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What is the climax of a story?

• The climax is the final resolution of the story's conflict.

• The climax is the most intense, exciting, or important point of the story, often where the main conflict reaches its peak.

• The climax is the introduction of the main characters and setting.

• The climax is the moral lesson learned by the protagonist.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

What caused Kira's mother's death?

• Kira's mother died in an accident.

• Kira's mother died of an uncertain illness.

• Kira's mother died of old age.

• Kira's mother died from a contagious disease.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.1.1

What does the term 'Ruin' refer to in the context of the story?

• The remnants of the past civilization and the stories that have been lost.

• A physical structure that has collapsed due to neglect.

• A metaphor for personal failure and loss.

• A historical event that changed the course of civilization.

How does Kira's society view the weak or disabled?

• They are seen as valuable members of society.

• They are often viewed as burdens, leading to harsh treatment.

• They are given special privileges and care.

• They are completely ignored and left to fend for themselves.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What role does Kira have in her community?

• Kira is a skilled weaver and is given the responsibility to create and preserve the community's history.

• Kira is a leader who organizes community events and activities.

• Kira is a healer who provides medical assistance to the villagers.

• Kira is a farmer who grows crops for the community.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What is the importance of storytelling in Kira's community?

• It is a form of entertainment that distracts people from their problems.

• It helps in preserving history, culture, and the identity of the people.

• It is used primarily for educational purposes in schools.

• It serves as a means of communication between different communities.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What does Kira's relationship with her mother reveal about her character?

• Kira's relationship with her mother shows her resilience and desire to understand her heritage.

• Kira's relationship with her mother indicates her lack of interest in her culture.

• Kira's relationship with her mother highlights her rebellious nature against authority.

• Kira's relationship with her mother suggests she is indifferent to her family's history.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does the Field of Leaving represent in the story?

• A place of celebration and joy, where spirits are welcomed.

• A place of transition and mourning, where spirits are honored.

• A location for conflict and battle, where spirits are forgotten.

• A realm of dreams and fantasies, where spirits are trapped.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

Is exchanging pleasantries common in Kira's village?

• Yes, it is very common.

• No, exchanging pleasantries is not common in Kira's village.

• Sometimes, it depends on the situation.

• Only during festivals and special occasions.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RI.1.4