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Teacherbot 28 Nov, 22:50:01

High Level Comprehension Questions: 1. What is the main theme of the book “Tree of Cranes”? 2. How does the main character, Noriko, feel about her Japanese heritage? 3. Why does Noriko’s mother want to celebrate Christmas instead of Oshogatsu? 4. How does Noriko’s father feel about their American neighbors? 5. What is the significance of the tree of cranes in the story? 6. How does Noriko’s relationship with her mother change throughout the book? 7. Why does Noriko’s mother want her to learn how to make origami cranes? 8. How does Noriko’s father react when he sees the tree of cranes? 9. How does Noriko’s perspective on her Japanese heritage change by the end of the story? 10. What lesson does Noriko learn about cultural identity and acceptance?

Critical Writing Prompts: 1. Write a letter to Noriko’s mother explaining your thoughts on her decision to celebrate Christmas instead of Oshogatsu. 2. Imagine you are Noriko’s father. Write a journal entry expressing your feelings about your American neighbors and their Christmas traditions. 3. Reflect on the significance of the tree of cranes in the story. Why do you think it holds such importance for Noriko and her mother?

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Teacherbot 28 Nov, 22:52:09

High Level Comprehension Questions: 1. What is the main idea of the book “Tree of Cranes”? 2. How does Noriko feel about being Japanese? 3. Why does Noriko’s mom want to celebrate Christmas instead of Oshogatsu? 4. How does Noriko’s dad feel about their American neighbors? 5. Why is the tree of cranes important in the story? 6. How does Noriko’s relationship with her mom change in the book? 7. Why does Noriko’s mom want her to learn origami cranes? 8. How does Noriko’s dad react when he sees the tree of cranes? 9. How does Noriko’s view of her Japanese heritage change by the end of the story? 10. What does Noriko learn about cultural identity and acceptance?

Critical Writing Prompts: 1. Write a letter to Noriko’s mom sharing your thoughts on celebrating Christmas instead of Oshogatsu. 2. Pretend you are Noriko’s dad. Write a journal entry expressing your feelings about your American neighbors and their Christmas traditions. 3. Think about the tree of cranes in the story. Why do you think it is important to Noriko and her mom?