Question

part a
now, complete the left side of the table by identifying words and phrases that establish the tone and impact the text’s meaning. on the right side, describe the impact these word choices made to support your thinking. review the rubric to ensure your response meets the expectations.

	mastery	approaching	developing

b
words/phrases that affect tone and meaning
the little girl with the braids pulled out her hand and very lightly touched my arm.
impact of these word choices
rad uses the words “very lightly touched” to show how her classmate seems to both comfort and warn her during a moment when her other classmates are laughing at her because she can’t remember her “new” name. these words impact the text’s meaning by showing the solidarity of two girls from the same culture who find themselves in a different and sometimes hostile environment.

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Explanation:

First, identify the targeted phrases: "very lightly" and "touched my arm". These phrases create a gentle, comforting tone. The analysis connects this tone to the text's meaning: the classmate's soft touch offers quiet support to the girl who is being mocked for forgetting her name, highlighting small acts of solidarity in a hostile environment. This meets the "Mastery" rubric criteria by citing relevant evidence and clearly explaining its impact on meaning.

Answer:

Words/Phrases that Affect Tone	Impact of These Word Choices