Challenge high school students to move beyond surface-level comprehension with this close reading inference worksheet covering Toni Cade Bambara’s short story “Blues Ain’t No Mockin Bird.” From applying knowledge of literary devices to making inferences about the author’s intentions, readers will be supported by a set of rigorous questions complementing the text. An answer key is included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. The close reading activity will prompt students to do the following:
- Read for literal comprehension
- Consult reference materials to learn and verify word meanings as needed
- Infer the intended effects of the author’s word choices and narrative techniques
- Explore how characters think, behave, interact, and develop
- Choose an opinion with which Granny would most likely agree based on an anecdote she shares with her family
- Apply knowledge of literary devices including metaphor, idiom, and onomatopoeia
- Draw parallels between the American folk hero John Henry and the character of Granddaddy Cain
- Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision
- Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence
- Come to class better prepared to discuss works of fiction
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"Blues Ain't No Mockin Bird" Quiz, Close Reading Analysis Worksheet, and Answer Keys
Evaluate general reading comprehension and help students analyze characters, plot, and literary craft with this bundle of materials covering Toni Cade Bambara's short story "Blues Ain't No Mockin Bird." A plot-based quiz, a close reading inference worksheet, and answer keys are provided. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. By engaging with these materials, students will: * Read for literal comprehension * Consult reference materials to learn and verify word meanings as needed * Infer the intended effects of the author's word choices and narrative techniques * Explore how characters think, behave, interact, and develop * Choose an opinion with which Granny would most likely agree based on an anecdote she shares with her family * Apply knowledge of literary devices including metaphor, idiom, and onomatopoeia * Draw parallels between the American folk hero John Henry and the character of Granddaddy Cain * Write about literature with clarity, accuracy, and precision * Support claims and inferences with sound reasoning and relevant evidence * Come to class better prepared to discuss works of fiction
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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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