Creating a Text Trailer — Unit test Answers

Read the excerpt from “Amigo Brothers.”“Now the moment we have all been waiting for—the main event between two fine young Puerto Rican fighters, products of our Lower East Side.”“Loisaida,” called out a member of the audience.“In this corner, weighing 131 pounds, Felix Vargas. And in this corner, weighing 133 pounds, Antonio Cruz. The winner will represent the Boys Club in the tournament of champions, the Golden Gloves. There will be no draw. May the best man win.”The cheering of the crowd shook the windowpanes of the old buildings surrounding Tompkins Square Park. At the center of the ring, the referee was giving instructions to the youngsters.Which tone would be most appropriate for a text trailer that includes this scene?

What is an example of a conflict from The Miracle Worker that would create interest for potential readers?

To identify conflict in a text, a reader should look for

Read the excerpt from "Amigo Brothers.”Both pounded away. Neither gave an inch, and neither fell to the canvas. Felix’s left eye was tightly closed. Claret red blood poured from Antonio’s nose. They fought toe-to-toe.The sounds of their blows were loud in contrast to the silence of a crowd gone completely mute. The referee was stunned by their savagery.Which adjective best describes the tone in this excerpt?

Read the text trailer about “Amigo Brothers.”What happens when careers collide with friendships? When entering the boxing ring no longer means facing an opponent, but a trusted and loyal friend? Felix Vargas and Antonio Cruz, two of the most well-respected boxers in the Bronx, come face to face with this reality. When the bell sounds and the match ends, will they still be friends or will the friendship they once shared be “knocked out” forever?Which adjective best describes the tone of this text trailer?

Read the text trailer for the short story “4102 Elm Street.”Strange noises. Weird odors. No one seen going either in or out. Andrew knew something strange was going on in the house across the street, and he was determined to find out what it was. Armed with time, a map of the neighborhood, and a magnifying glass, Andrew set out to solve the mystery of 4102 Elm Street. Andrew had no idea what secrets he would find.

Which is an example of a strong hook for a text trailer?

Read the text trailer about The Miracle Worker.When Annie Sullivan is sent to work for the Keller family, she has no idea what she will encounter or what to expect. She knows little about the young child Helen, save the fact that she is deaf, blind, and mute. Barely an adult herself, Annie wonders how she will reach Helen or if there is, indeed, anything to be reached. Will Annie discover Helen, herself, or both in her latest teaching assignment?Which adjective best describes the tone of this text trailer?

Read the excerpt from The Miracle Worker.ANNIE [MEEKLY]: Yes. But I know what I’m like, what’s this child like?ANAGNOS: Like?ANNIE: Well—Bright or dull, to start off.ANAGNOS: No one knows. And if she is dull, you have no patience with this?ANNIE: Oh, in grownups you have to, Mr. Anagnos. I mean in children it just seems a little—precocious, can I use that word?ANAGNOS: Only if you can spell it.ANNIE: Premature. So I hope at least she’s a bright one.ANAGNOS: Deaf, blind, mute—who knows? She is like a little safe, locked, that no one can open. Perhaps there is a treasure inside.The tone of this excerpt could best be described as

Read the following excerpt from "Amigo Brothers.”Antonio was passing some heavy time on his rooftop. How would the fight tomorrow affect his relationship with Felix? After all, fighting was like any other profession. Friendship had nothing to do with it. A gnawing doubt crept in. He cut negative thinking real quick by doing some speedy fancy dance steps, bobbing and weaving like mercury.Which statement best describes the conflict in this excerpt?