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AssignmentMultiple Select

Word Choice and Author’s Purpose in Warriors Don’t Cry

Question 2 • EA Language Arts 9 -Credit Recovery

Sample Response: When I read silently, I focused on punctuation, context, and words with strong emotions. This strategy helped me understand people's feelings. When I read aloud, I kept in mind that the author feels pained in the first paragraph. Then, I kept in mind the fact that when she realizes people are on her side, she feels joy and hope. By thinking about the tone, I understood how the same picture makes Melba feel two different ways. Which strategies did you use? Check all that apply. n

Answer
A
noticing emotional words
B
using appropriate pacing
C
recognizing punctuation clues
D
thinking about context
E
noting changes in tone
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