"The Woman In The Snow" Reading Check

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1. Who is the author of this short story?

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The correct answer is Patricia McKissack.

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Read the following questions carefully and answer based upon what you remember about reading "The Woman in the Snow". . . . .

2.  In what city did the famous Bus Boycott take place?  We researched it, AND it was mentioned in the story as well:

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The famous Bus Boycott took place in Montgomery. This information was mentioned in the story and confirmed through research.

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3. What did Grady tell the woman when she said she had no money?

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Grady told the woman "No money, no ride!" when she said she had no money. This response suggests that Grady is not willing to provide transportation to someone who cannot pay for it.

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4. Basically it could be stated that Grady caused his own demise (death) by being so very callous and refusing to let Eula Mae get on the bus.

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Grady caused his own demise by being callous and refusing to let Eula Mae get on the bus. This suggests that his actions ultimately led to his death.

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5. What was the second bus driver's name and what would he SYMBOLIZE in the scheme of the story?

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6. What does the word 'segregate' mean?

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The word 'segregate' means to keep apart. This implies separating or dividing things or people based on certain criteria or characteristics. It involves creating a distinction or barrier between different groups or elements, often with the intention of maintaining separation or promoting exclusivity.

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7. The setting of this short story is.............

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The correct answer is "Civil Rights Movement era". This is indicated by the phrase "the setting of this short story", which implies that the story takes place during a specific time period. The Civil Rights Movement era refers to the period in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s when there was a significant struggle for equal rights and racial justice. This context suggests that the story may explore themes related to civil rights and racial inequality.

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8. What did Eula Mae attempt to pay the bus fare with since she didn't have any money?

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Eula Mae attempted to pay the bus fare with her wedding ring because she didn't have any money.

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9. What fact do we know about Grady's dad?

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The given correct answer suggests that Grady's dad had a problem with alcoholism. This implies that he struggled with alcohol addiction, which could have had a negative impact on his ability to fulfill his role as a father. It is important to note that this answer does not provide any information about his personality or how he treated Grady, except for the fact that he liked to talk to Grady when Grady was scared.

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10. A strong THEME for this short story is seen in the following statement:

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The correct answer is "Treat others as you want to be treated (and equally)." This theme is evident in the story as it highlights the consequences of Grady's racist actions towards the black lady. The story shows that treating others with kindness and equality is important, as seen when Ray comes along and treats the lady's ghost nicely, bringing an end to the haunting. The theme emphasizes the importance of treating others with respect and fairness, regardless of their race or background.

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11. At the end of the story, it is stated that Eula Mae was never seen again.  Why is that?

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Eula Mae was never seen again because her ghost symbolizes the end of racism and the new way of life represented by Ray. This suggests that Eula Mae no longer needed to run the bus route as she found peace and resolution in the new era where mistreatment and discrimination were being overcome.

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12. This story was written by this author and came purely from her imagination.

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The given answer is false because the question states that the story was written by the author and came purely from her imagination. However, the answer does not provide any information about the author or the story, so it is not possible to determine if the statement is true or false based on the given information.

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13. What GENRE is this short story?  First the Main type and then the category that it would fall under.........(discussed in class!)..

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This short story is categorized as fiction because it is a work of imaginative storytelling rather than a factual account. Additionally, it falls under the category of oral tradition because it is a story that has been passed down through generations by word of mouth rather than being written down.

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14. In what PHYSICAL way was Grady described?

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Grady was described as "obese" in a PHYSICAL way. This means that Grady's physical appearance or body shape is characterized by being significantly overweight or having excessive body fat.

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15. What is meant by ORAL TRADITION?

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Oral tradition refers to the practice of passing down stories, knowledge, and cultural practices through spoken words from one generation to another. It involves the transmission of information through verbal communication rather than written records. This method of storytelling ensures that the stories remain alive and continue to be shared, preserving cultural heritage and historical events. It is a way of keeping the traditions and history of a community or culture alive through the spoken word.

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Who is the author of this short story?
 In what city did the famous Bus Boycott take place?  We...
What did Grady tell the woman when she said she had no money?
Basically it could be stated that Grady caused his own demise (death)...
What was the second bus driver's name and what would he SYMBOLIZE...
What does the word 'segregate' mean?
The setting of this short story is.............
What did Eula Mae attempt to pay the bus fare with since she...
What fact do we know about Grady's dad?
A strong THEME for this short story is seen in the following...
At the end of the story, it is stated that Eula Mae was never seen...
This story was written by this author and came purely from her...
What GENRE is this short story?  First the Main type and then the...
In what PHYSICAL way was Grady described?
What is meant by ORAL TRADITION?
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