Which sentence suggests that Corin may be an unreliable narrator?
“. . . our years of friendship evaporated in Jaycee’s bright, sharp words of inflexibility.” (paragraph 1)
“I was, however, surprised that we disagreed on something. I tried again.” (paragraph 5)
“Later, I walked home feeling totally frustrated with the club and with myself.” (paragraph 7)
“Jaycee and I agreed on all the little things in life but none of the really big ones” (paragraph 17)
“I was, however, surprised that we disagreed on something. I tried again.” (paragraph 5)
What does the author’s repeated use of the term shot down in passage 2, paragraphs 2 and 4 reveal about the narrator’s perspective?
Corin disagrees with Jaycee’s opinion that they should rely on paper in the next campaign.
Corin feels as if the ideas he proposes are not being fairly considered by Jaycee.
Corin disagrees with Jaycee’s refusal to consider the environmental impact of their campaign.
Corin feels as if Jaycee is not giving him a fair shot at taking turns leading the campaign.
Corin feels as if the ideas he proposes are not being fairly considered by Jaycee.
How does the simile “like an old stray cat” used in Passage 2, Paragraph 5 contribute to the tone of the text?
The figurative language creates a dismissive tone by signaling the friendship between Jaycee and Corin is over.
The figurative language creates a confrontational tone by foreshadowing that Corin has had enough of Jaycee’s disrespect.
The figurative language creates an encouraging tone by showing readers that it’s ok to grow apart from old friends.
The figurative language creates a somber tone by highlighting the awkwardness of Jaycee’s rejection.
The figurative language creates a somber tone by highlighting the awkwardness of Jaycee’s rejection.
I had given in when Jaycee refused to hear me out, but next time my voice would be a loud siren.
The excerpt reveals that Corin is afraid of the repercussions that standing up to her friend would cause.
The excerpt reveals that Corin is building the confidence to speak up for what she believes is right.
The excerpt reveals that Corin plans to yell at the top of her lungs like a loud siren.
The excerpt reveals that Corin is getting a headache from the stress of the campaign.