D.3 Analyze short stories: set 2
What is the effect of having the narrator see the humans as similar to trees?
It creates a sense that trees and humans are not so different from each other.
Victory and Honor: Which of the following helps establish the time and place?
Pelop turns to Zeus in hopes of winning
What quality does Jarno's praise reveal about Polara?
Polara is courageous
How does Trissa begin to change?
She starts to feel less worried about impressing her father
Which quote from the story further supports the idea that Polara is courageous?
Still wary, she nonetheless plunged ahead. This was important
What is the significance of the narrator's change from standing "firm" to standing "tall"?
The narrator realizes it is not indestructible, but it still has hope for the future.
What does the description of humans as "two-trunks" reveal about the narrator's point of view?
The narrator sees the humans as similar to trees
Pulling Away from Trouble: Based on the first and second paragraphs, what is likely true of Jay's parents?
They exercise a great deal of control over his life
Which quote from the story further supports the idea that the narrator sees the humans as similar to trees?
Within the ringed grove, I stood firm
Standing Tall: Who is the narrator of the story?
a large, old tree
What do the Zanes represent?
a warning against cheating
The Crucible: Based on the sixth paragraph, which word best describes Trissa's father?
critical
What does Trissa think her father would understand now?
how much she loves being part of the production
What quality has Jay been developing?
independence
What is it that James "can't stand"?
not knowing if their father is alive or dead
Which quote from the story best supports the idea that Pelops believes Aeolus is the fastest runner, the one who deserves to win?
"Daetor tried to steal victory from you. How could I profit from that?"
When Pelops refuses the priest, what does this show about him?
He doesn't like cheating
Which quote from the story best supports the idea that James has gotten an idea from looking at the logbooks?
He expected James to lose interest, but still James hovered over his shoulder, staring intently at the book
Halifax: Which of the following describes Alec's attitude toward family?
He feels a strong sense of responsibility and duty to his family
Which quote from the story best supports the idea that Trissa grows less worried about impressing her father?
Lately, though, I've been too focused on the rehearsals to think about his schedule
Water Rising: Based on the first and second paragraphs, what internal conflict does Polara struggle with?
the pull of the unfamilar versus her desire to stay at Shublik
What is the purpose of this exchange between Alec and James?
to show what gives James the idea to go looking for his father
Why does the author refer to "good judgment"?
to suggest that Jay may be outgrowing the "poor judgment" his parents saw
Why does Trissa think Claudia got the part of Abigail?
Claudia tells people what they want to hear
How is Alec handling his emotions about his missing father?
He is focusing on work and avoiding his emotions
Which quote from the story best supports the idea that Jay has been developing independence?
He'd chose his own courses for a change and was happy with his schedule
What is Alberto's main concern about being seen?
It could alter his parents' relationship
Which quote from the story best supports the idea that Alberto's understanding of his mother helps him acquire the Maravilha?
From years of arguing with his mother, he'd learned that the direct approach worked best
Why does Pelops help Aeolus get up?
He knows that Aleolus is the fastest runner
How is Polara's courage important to the story's conclusion?
It's the reason why she is willing to join the Neptune Corps
Why is Polara's work important?
The oceans are rising and there's less land for farming
Why is it significant that Alberto realizes people don't change?
The realization helps him figure out the location of the Maravilha
Why is Jay interested in learning who the cox is?
He notices that the cox is the same size as him and participates in crew
How else does Alberto's understanding of his mother help the mission succeed?
It helps him figure out how to get the Maravilha from her lab
Mission: Maravilha: Based on the first and second paragraphs, why does Alberto require approval of his phone, ID, and clothes?
He needs to fit in when he reaches the past
