1. SUM IT UP Make a Character Chart that shows how Arturo changes. Use the chart to summarize the story.
2. Interpret Arturo says he is erased when Miss Pringle changes his name. What does he mean? How might he feel shame?
3. Analyze Look at the Anticipation Guide you filled out before you read the story. Do you want to change any of your answers now? Why or why not?
4. Draw Conclusions What does Arturo realize about his culture? How is this similar to or different from the message in “Saying Yes”? With a partner, share reasons that support your conclusions.
Intonation Read the passage on page 634 to a partner. Assess your fluency.
1. I read
a. great
b. OK
c. not very well
2. What I did best was ______.
Oral Review Read the paragraph aloud. Add the vocabulary words.
If you move to another country, you experience a new ________. You may enjoy some customs and show ________ toward others. You may have ________ about whether you fit in, or feel ________ that others may see you as different. Well, don’t ________ who you are. Change is never easy. Sure, a few changes are good, but ________ changes make it seem as if your feelings were being ________ against stone. Make a ________ with family members to share the best of both countries.
Written Review Imagine you are a friend of Arturo’s. Write an explanation of the pact you made. Use at least five vocabulary words.
Explore Identity
How does culture affect a person’s identity? Reread the selections to find examples that support your ideas. Then write your opinion.