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SPMOTO Test Review
Final test on some places more than others book
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Navigate | To determine a proper course |
| Suburbs | outlying district of a city |
| Persistence | continue to do something even if difficult |
| Boutique | Small store selling fashionable clothing |
| Bona fide | genuine,real |
| Sanctuary | a place of refuge or safety |
| compromise | settle a dispute by mutual concession |
| Aroma | a distinctive , typically a pleasant smell |
| Sacred | regarded with great respect and reverence |
| Tangible | something you can apply your five senses to |
| Fussing | to show unnecessary concern about |
| Tremble | to shake involuntarily |
| Intercom | two way communication system |
| Cargo | goods conveyed in a vehicle |
| Massive | impressively large |
| Mecca | a place regarded as the center for a group/activity |
| Symphony | harmony of sounds |
| Expertise | to have the skill of an expert |
| Mannerisms | a habitual gesture or way of speaking |
| Refreshing | to reinvigorate someone |
| Vendors | person selling items - usually on the street |
| Forging | to move forward gradually or steadily |
| Integrate | bring people/groups into equal participation of a social group |
| Automated | operated by automatic performance |
| Fret | to be visibly worried or anxious |
| Haven | place of safety or refuge |
| Diaspora | people who have been dispersed from homeland |
| preserve | to maintain its original state |
| Abruptly | Suddenly and unexpectedly |
| Savoring | to enjoy the taste of a food/drink |
| Legendary | remarkable enough to be famous |
| Mainstream | what is viewed by most as ¨normal¨ |
| Integrity | quality of being honest & having strong morals |
| Excursion | short trip or journey |
| serenade | to sing a piece of music in the open |
| majestic | having impressive beauty or dignity |
| shenanigans | activity that is mischievous |
| candid | to record or photograph someone without their knowledge |
| mingle | to mix together at a social event |
| dire | urgent or serious event |
| The turning point or climax of SPMTO of the the story is when... | In chapter 15 Amara leaves and is rude to Ava and Dad |
| What is a symbol? | A concrete object that represents an abstract idea |
| In what ways is Amara´s life and personality different from Nina and Ava ´s? | Nina and Ava are used to the city life while Amara is used to the suburbs, Nina and Ava are more independent while Amara is more sheltered, and, Nina and Ava dress up while Amara is more casual |
| What causes Amara to realize there is no place like New York? | Seeing all the constant reminders of Black culture and heritage |
| What does the Apollo Theater symbolize? | Hope,Truth and opportunity |
| What does learning about Nina and Ava´s father make Amara realize? | That maybe we all want to be connected to our roots |
| Why does Grandpa Earl think it is important for the girls to know the people painted on the mural outside the restaurant? | ¨ Because it is important to know the ones who´ve come before us , who we´re connected to.¨ |
| Which of the following is an example of a symbol? A. Growing up B. The suitcase C. Acceptance D. ALL of the above | B the suitcase WARNING just because it says ALL OF THE ABOVE does not mean that is not the answer!!!!!! |
| What is the Adam Clayton Powell Jr. a symbol for | Righteousness |
| What new information does Amara learn while interviewing Grandpa Earl in Chapter 13? | That Grandpa Earl wanted Dad to be a "Baker Man", That he took the girls to the Schomburg Center because he never took Dad, and, He carries memories of his kids and Grace in his heart. |
| What does Amara find of Dad's in the closet in Chapter 14? | a notebook full of poems |
| What was the last item on Dad's list of things to do before he dies? | Have Dad Listen to My Poetry |
| How does Amara respond to Ava's insult in Chapter 15 | She says it's not her fault she has a dad who cares for her and Ava does not. |
| What insult does Ava give Amara in Chapter 15 | That Amara is a spoiled baby. |
| IMPORTANT GOT THIS WRONG BEFORE What word describes how Amara feels as she starts walking down 125th Street by herself in Chapter 15? | powerful |
| What words best describes how Amara feels after getting lost on the D train in Chapter 15? | emotional and scared |
| How does Amara's argument with Dad offer Grandpa Earl an opportunity to connect with his son? | Grandpa Earl says, "Don't be like me, don't push her away." |
| What factors contributed to Amara's parents changing their minds about NYC? | Amara' s mom has a conversation with Big T and Aunt Sophie, Amara gets assigned the suitcase project and Amara's mom wants her to heal the division between her dad and grandpa |
| What important task does Mom give Amara before she leaves for NYC? | To make sure Dad and Grandpa Earl have alone time. |
| How does this important task make her feel? | Nervous, Excited and Proud |
| What does Amara's dad want to do while they are in New York? | Get a Jamaican Beef patty from Concourse Bakery |
| What is Amara's first NYC picture? | The line of taxi cabs at JFK |
| What does Amara compare the line of taxis to? | A box of crayons |
| "All the brownstones look connected like one long building with many doors. They stand tall like a box of crayons, except all the crayons are shades of brown" is an example of a | Simile |
| What did Grandpa Earl do for a living? | He was an assistant coach for the Knicks |
| What does Amara learn about her dad in these chapters? | He wrote poetry as a teenager |
| What is the best adjective to describe Amara's father's relationship with her Grandpa Earl? | Complicated |
| What is the best adjective to describe Amara's relationship with her cousins at this point in the text ( chapter 7 to 11) | Awkward |
| How does Amara feel connected to Grandma Grace? | cooking |
| What new clue do we learn this week about the source of Dad and Grandpa Earl's conflict? | It involved poetry and basketball. |
| What new development is happening with Amara's mom? | She's having false contractions |
| What is Amara discovering about the secret challenge her mom gave her? | It's going to be harder than she thought |
| Readers can infer that Grandma Grace is a symbol for: | peace ( since she is the peacemaker of the family) |
| Amara lives in the..... | suburbs |
| Amara's mother owns a _________ called Amara's Closet. | Boutique |
| Why is Amara so determined to visit New York City? | she wants to meet Dad's family and learn about Grandpa Earl. |
| . Amara learns that 12 years ago what events happened? | She was born, Grandma Grace died, and Dad and Grandpa Earl stopped talking. |
| What project does Amara have to do for school? | The suitcase project |
| Why is Amara both nervous and excited for this project? | she wants to work on the project in Harlem, but she is scared of what she will learn. |
| What word BEST describes Amara's relationship with her mom? ( in chapter 1-6) A. complicated B. loving C. Hateful D. nonexistent | A. complicated |
| What evidence shows Amara has an internal struggle regarding her relationship with her mom? | "I don't know whose child you are," makes Amara feel like a disappointment ,Amara feels hurt to see the joy in Mom's eyes when she talks about the baby and Amara is worried that the new baby will capture Mom's heart and make her love Amara less. |
| All of the following text details are true except Grandpa Earl used to be one of the assistant coaches for Knicks, Grandpa Earl and Dad have not spoken in 12 years, Grandpa Earl didn´t want Dad to move to Oregon,Both not speak since Grandma Grace died. | Grandpa Earl did not want dad to move to oregon |
| . What item in Amara's attic is she curious about? | the chest |
| Why does Amara's mother not answer her when she asks why Dad and Grandpa Earl stopped speaking? | she says it is not her story to tell. |
| GOT WRONG BEFORE How do readers know that Mom loved Grandma Grace? | Mom's whole face brightens when she speaks of her and when her own mother died, Grandma Grace took Mom in as her own daughter. |
| Titus demonstrates the qualities of a good friend when he: | buys Amara the newest pairs of Jordans when she is late for the sale. |
| What does Amara wish for when she is sitting in church with Titus and his family? | that Mom was close with Aunt Tracey. that she could go to church with her real cousins that Big T and Aunt Sofie will change Mom's mind about Harlem |
| Why does Amara call Sofie, Titus's mom, Aunt? | Sofie is like a sister to Mom, so that makes her family. |
| Amara is worried about the new baby because: | Mom has lost pregnancies before. She is worried Mom will love the new baby more. She is worried once the baby comes there will not be time for her anymore. |
Created by:
Amy Bonilla
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