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Reading Check and Short Answer Questions on key plot points are designed for guided reading assignments, in-class review, formative assessment, quizzes, and more.
Reading Check
1. In which part of New York City do Mira and her family live?
2. Why did Mira’s parents immigrate to America?
3. Who was shot the same week Mira’s parents arrived in America?
4. What happens to Mira when Ms. Morrell takes her to the essay reading?
5. What does Mira realize about herself the night she meets C’s friend J?
6. Which type of superhero does Z realize is missing from the roster?
Short Answer
Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.
1. What questions does Z begin asking about his skin color? Why does Mira have concerns about these questions, and what does she do to improve her ability to answer them?
2. What does Ms. Morrell tell Mira after their experience at the essay reading? Why does Ms. Morrell say this to Mira on this particular day?
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