Comprehension Questions: 1. What is the main theme or message conveyed in the excerpt from the book Tree of Cranes? 2. How does the author use descriptive language to depict the setting in the excerpt? 3. What is the significance of the cranes in the story and how do they relate to the main character’s experience? 4. How does the main character’s relationship with her mother evolve throughout the excerpt?

Revising and Editing Questions: 1. How can the author improve the flow and coherence of the sentences in the excerpt? 2. Are there any unnecessary or repetitive phrases that can be eliminated from the excerpt to enhance clarity and conciseness?