"Warriors Don't Cry" Ch. 5

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10 questions
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In paragraph 2, which is the best meaning for the underlined word veered as used in the text?

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In paragraph 2, which of the following context clues helps you understand the meaning of weary?

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Reread paragraph 5. What was unusual about Melba's neighbors that morning?

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In paragaph 14, the author said, "The terrifying frenzy of the crowd was building like steam in an erupting volcano." Which literary device is used in that sentenece?

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What is the meaning of the word furor as used in paragraph 16. Use context clues to help you figure out the meaning.

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What was surprising about the soldiers behavior or attitude in paragraph 18 and 19?

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What is the meaning of the word futile as used in paragraph 20?

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"The hulking soldiers continued to observe her peril like spectators enjoying a sport." What is the meaning of the word peril as it is used in paragraph 20? Put it in your own words.

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The phrase "under siege" as it is used in paragraph 21 is commonly used in battle or combat when soldiers are under attack. Why is this a good phrase to explain Elizabeth's predicament?

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Reread paragraph 24. Give at least two synonyms for the word accosted as it is used in this paragraph?