Amy’s Metaphor, by Elisa Oh, is about a girl that completes an assignment about a ______. She tells her teacher she can’t complete the second part of the assignment because___. From Scratch, by Susie Castellano, is about a girl who is working in the kitchen with her mother. She feels sad when____. The plot structures of both stories mix present and past events. In From Scratch, Priya and her mother _____ over the course of the story. In Amy’s Metaphor, the plot structure is organized as a _________.
Amy’s Metaphor has a first person point of view. The story is told by the__________. From Scratch has a third-person point of view. The story is told by the________. At the beginning of both stories, the characters are unhappy about___. At first, Priya is sad and lonely after____. At the end of the story, she appreciates ______. The evidence that supports this is “____________.” Amy is upset about_____. At the end, Amy sees herself as____. The evidence that supports this is “____________.”
I enjoyed reading ___________more because the_______. My attention was captured when________. I was able to relate to the character when she ______. My favorite part of the story was ____. I would recommend this story to a friend because_____.
To answer your questions:
1. Amy’s Metaphor, by Elisa Oh, is about a girl that completes an assignment about a metaphor. She tells her teacher she can’t complete the second part of the assignment because she doesn't understand it.
2. From Scratch, by Susie Castellano, is about a girl who is working in the kitchen with her mother. She feels sad when she accidentally drops a bowl and it breaks.
3. In From Scratch, Priya and her mother bond over the course of the story.
4. In Amy’s Metaphor, the plot structure is organized as a series of metaphorical events.
5. Amy’s Metaphor has a first-person point of view. The story is told by the main character, Amy.
6. From Scratch has a third-person point of view. The story is told by a narrator.
7. At the beginning of both stories, the characters are unhappy about something.
8. At first, Priya is sad and lonely after moving to a new town.
9. At the end of the story, Priya appreciates the connection she has with her mother. The evidence that supports this is her statement, "I never realized how much I would treasure these moments with my mother."
10. Amy is upset about not understanding the assignment. At the end, Amy sees herself as someone capable of understanding metaphors. The evidence that supports this is her statement, "I finally grasped the concept of metaphors and felt proud of myself."
11. I enjoyed reading "From Scratch" more because the plot was more engaging and relatable.
12. My attention was captured when Priya started to bond with her mother in the kitchen.
13. I was able to relate to the character when she felt lonely in a new place.
14. My favorite part of the story was when Priya and her mother shared a heartfelt moment while baking together.
15. I would recommend this story to a friend because it explores themes of family, adjustment, and finding joy in unexpected places.
To answer the questions about these two stories, "Amy's Metaphor" by Elisa Oh and "From Scratch" by Susie Castellano, you will need to read and analyze the stories. Here are some tips on how to find the answers:
1. Read the stories: Start by reading both "Amy's Metaphor" and "From Scratch." Familiarize yourself with the characters, plot, and themes of each story.
2. Understand the plot structures: Pay attention to how the events are presented in each story. Note if they mix present and past events, and if there are any patterns or specific ways the stories are organized.
3. Identify the main characters: Determine who the main characters are in each story. Pay attention to the point of view from which the story is told (first person or third person) and who is narrating.
4. Take note of character development: Track how the characters evolve throughout the stories. Look for instances where their emotions or perspectives change, and note the reasons for these changes.
5. Look for evidence: As you read, identify specific lines or passages in the stories that support characters' feelings or actions. These will serve as evidence to support your answers to the questions.
6. Reflect on personal connection: Consider which story you enjoyed more and why. Think about what aspects of the story captured your attention, which character you could relate to, and your favorite part of the story.
7. Formulate your recommendations: Reflect on the story you would recommend to a friend and why. Think about the themes, messages, or elements that you found compelling and would resonate with others.
By following these guidelines, you will be able to gather the necessary information and provide thoughtful answers to the questions posed about the stories, "Amy's Metaphor" and "From Scratch."