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For many high school readers, realistic, historical, and young adult fiction are genres that maximize relatability and engagement with literature. “Blues Ain’t No Mockin Bird” by Toni Cade Bambara is a short story focusing on a Black family whose ways of life are being infringed upon by opportunistic, politically motivated filmmakers. With this challenging worksheet composed of high-order questions, English Language Arts teachers will help students extend beyond basic reading comprehension, support the development of close reading analysis skills, and save valuable time at home without sacrificing quality and rigor in the classroom. A detailed answer key is included. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. By completing this close reading activity, students will:

  • Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly
  • Explore how complex characters think, behave, and interact with others
  • Infer character motivations
  • Articulate the function of a specific character (Cathy)
  • Make logical inferences about the author’s intent
  • Apply knowledge of various literary devices including metaphor, idiom, and onomatopoeia
  • Isolate an example of figurative language from among several options
  • Choose an opinion with which Granny would most likely agree based on an anecdote she shares with her family
  • Determine which character or characters are represented in the character of Goldilocks
  • Identify several ways in which the filmmakers dehumanize Granny and members of her family
  • Draw parallels between the American folk hero John Henry and the character of Granddaddy Cain
  • Support claims and ideas with reasoned thinking and relevant textual evidence
  • Write ideas with clarity, accuracy, and precision

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Short Stories by Toni Cade Bambara - Quiz and Close Reading Activities Bundle

For many middle and high school readers, realistic and young adult fiction are genres that maximize engagement with literature. This bundle focuses on three representative short stories by Toni Cade Bambara: "Raymond's Run," "Blues Ain't No Mockin Bird," and "Geraldine Moore the Poet." English Language Arts teachers may use this bundle as a tool for evaluating general reading comprehension, supporting the development of close reading analysis skills, and promoting homework accountability. Included are the following: editable, plot-based quizzes for each narrative; close reading analysis activities for each narrative; and answer keys. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats.

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"Blues Ain't No Mockin Bird" by Toni Cade Bambara Quiz and Close Reading Bundle

For many high school readers, realistic and young adult fiction are genres that maximize relatability and engagement with literature. "Blues Ain't No Mockin Bird" by Toni Cade Bambara is a short story focusing on a Black family whose ways of life are being infringed upon by opportunistic, politically motivated filmmakers. With this bundle of high school resources covering "Blues Ain't No Mockin Bird," English Language Arts teachers will be able to evaluate general reading comprehension and support the continued development of close reading analysis skills. Included are the following: an editable, plot-based quiz; a worksheet composed of rigorous close reading analysis questions; and answer keys. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. With these materials, students will: * Identify what the text states explicitly and implicitly * Explore how complex characters think, behave, and interact with others * Infer character motivations * Articulate the function of a specific character (Cathy) * Make logical inferences about the author's intent * Apply knowledge of various literary devices including metaphor, idiom, and onomatopoeia * Isolate an example of figurative language from among several options * Choose an opinion with which Granny would most likely agree based on an anecdote she shares with her family * Determine which character or characters are represented in the character of Goldilocks * Identify several ways in which the filmmakers dehumanize Granny and members of her family * Draw parallels between the American folk hero John Henry and the character of Granddaddy Cain * Support claims and ideas with reasoned thinking and relevant textual evidence * Write ideas with clarity, accuracy, and precision

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