“Desiree’s Baby” Analysis Questions—20 points total
1.
Paragraph 17 which begins, “What Desiree said was true” chiefly characterizes Desiree’s and
Armand’s relationship as…
(A) a symbiotic relationship in which both Desiree and Armand become better people
because of each other.
(B) a condescending relationship as Desiree seems to have the upper hand.
(C) a codependent relationship where Desiree is dependent on Armand for emotional needs.
(D) an uneven relationship that hinged on the emotions of Armand.
(E) a romantic relationship that became stronger with the birth of a son.
How do you know?
For the short answer question, write one paragraph minimum that fully answers the
question. Indirect and direct evidence must be used.
2.
Explain two examples of irony present in the story (one cannot be about the ending).
3.
Write a one paragraph summary without any direct, textual evidence.
Rating Scales for Analysis Questions—15 points
1. How effectively do I explain my metacognition for my answer choice?
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-BeginningIneffectively
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Answer-choice may be
incorrect or correct
Metacognition displays
an uneven and
inaccurate explanation.
Metacognition uses
indirect evidence
effectively.
-DevelopingSomewhat Effectively
Answer-choice may be
incorrect or correct
Metacognition displays a
somewhat even and accurate
explanation of the reasoning
for the right answer and the
wrong answers.
Metacognition uses indirect
evidence only effectively.
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-ShowcaseVery effectively
Answer-choice may be
incorrect or correct
Metacognition displays a
mostly even and accurate
explanation of the reasoning
for the right answer and the
wrong answers.
Metacognition uses both
indirect and direct evidence
effectively.
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Answer-choice is correct
Metacognition displays an
even and accurate
explanation of the
reasoning for the right
answer and the wrong
answers.
Metacognition uses both
indirect and direct
evidence very effectively
How effectively does my short answer convey a deep understanding of the text?
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-BeginningIneffectively
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-DevelopedMostly Effectively
Overall my evidence used
helps to convey my weak
understanding
No parts of the question
are answered.
-DevelopingSomewhat
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Overall my evidence used
somewhat conveys my
understanding but may
disprove my claim.
Few parts of the question
are answered.
-DevelopedEffectively and Deeply
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Overall my evidence used
helps to convey my
understanding
Most parts of the
question are answered.
-ShowcaseVery Effectively and Deeply
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Overall my evidence used
helps to convey my deep
understanding
All parts of the question are
answered.
3. How effectively I summarize the text to show a deep understanding?
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I include none of the
necessary supporting
details that show a weak
or misunderstanding of the
text.
My sentences are
completely general.
I have a multitude of
question words in my
answer.
4. Grammar points
5—error free
4—1-2 errors
3—3-4 errors
2—5+ errors
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I include some of the
necessary supporting details
that show somewhat of an
understanding of the text.
My sentences are general
with few specifics.
I have several question
words in my answer.
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-DevelopedEffectively and Deeply
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I include most of the
necessary supporting
details that show an
understanding of the
text.
My sentences are concise
and specific.
I have few question
words in my answer.
-ShowcaseVery Effectively and Deeply
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I include all necessary
supporting details that show a
deep understanding of the
text.
My sentences are concise and
effectively specific.
I have no question words in my
answer.