A fluent reader thinks about phrasing. To read aloud smoothly, a reader groups words that go together and takes a breath only after saying the complete phrase.

Question

If you were reading aloud from "Daughter of Invention,” which underlined words would you need to say together as a group? Check all that apply.

Her daughters would seek her out at night when she seemed to have a moment
Yoyo stormed out of that room and into her own.
She was a good enough Mami, fussing and scolding and giving advice
Important, crucial, final things, and here was their own mother, who didn’t have a second
“I kept telling you, one of these days my ship would pass me by in the night!” pick the best answers

Answer 1

When reading aloud, it's important to identify phrases that naturally go together to maintain a smooth flow. In "Daughter of Invention," the following groups of words could be read together:

1. Her daughters would seek her out at night - This phrase flows naturally and conveys a complete thought.

2. Yoyo stormed out of that room and into her own. - This phrase has a clear action and can be read together.

3. She was a good enough Mami, fussing and scolding and giving advice - The elements of this phrase relate to the same subject and can be grouped together.

4. Important, crucial, final things, and here was their own mother - This phrase builds on itself and the focus remains on the mother.

5. “I kept telling you, one of these days my ship would pass me by in the night!” - This entire sentence is a direct quote and should be read as a single unit for clarity.

In summary, you would group all of these phrases together for smooth reading.

Answer 2

wrong please don't choose ALL

Answer 3

I apologize for the misunderstanding. Let's take another look and identify the most natural phrases that would be grouped together for fluent reading:

1. Her daughters would seek her out at night – This is a complete thought that flows well together.

2. Yoyo stormed out of that room and into her own. – This sentence has a clear action and can be read smoothly as a unit.

3. She was a good enough Mami, fussing and scolding and giving advice – This phrase includes a list of actions and feels complete together.

4. Important, crucial, final things, and here was their own mother – This could be read together, emphasizing the transition to mentioning the mother.

5. “I kept telling you, one of these days my ship would pass me by in the night!” – This quote can be read as a single unit, but consider breaking after the introductory clause, e.g., “I kept telling you,” and then emphasizing the rest as a new thought.

Best Answers for Grouping

• Her daughters would seek her out at night
• Yoyo stormed out of that room and into her own.
• She was a good enough Mami, fussing and scolding and giving advice

While the quote could be read as a complete statement, it’s less fluid to break it up for emphasis on the metaphor, depending on your reading style. Thank you for your patience!

Answer 4

first 2 good but THE OTHER ANSWER IS
“I kept telling you, one of these days my ship would pass me by in the night!”

Some nights, though, if she got a good idea, she rushed into Yoyo's room, a flushed look on her face, her tablet of paper in her hand, a cursory knock on the door she'd just thrown open. "Do I have something to show you, Cuquita!"

–"Daughter of Invention,"
Julia Alvarez

Which words help you understand the tone you should use when reading the dialogue?

Which words in the dialogue should you emphasize when reading aloud this passage?

Answer 5

To understand the tone and emphasize the right words while reading the dialogue from "Daughter of Invention," we can look for expressive words that convey emotions, urgency, and excitement.

Tone

To determine the tone, consider words that reflect the speaker’s emotions and state of mind:

1. "rushed" - Indicates urgency and excitement.
2. "flushed look" - Suggests enthusiasm or eagerness.
3. "Do I have something to show you, Cuquita!" - This phrase communicates excitement and pride.

Words to Emphasize

When reading this passage aloud, you may want to emphasize the following words for greater impact and to convey the emotion behind the dialogue:

1. “rushed” – To capture the urgency in her action.
2. “flushed” – To convey the excitement and enthusiasm.
3. “something to show you” – Highlighting this phrase emphasizes the importance of what she has to share, making it sound intriguing and promising.
4. “Cuquita!” – Emphasizing the name makes it personal and highlights the relationship.

Suggested Emphasis

A possible way to read it could be:

“Some nights, though, if she got a good idea, she rushed into Yoyo's room, a flushed look on her face, her tablet of paper in her hand, a cursory knock on the door she'd just thrown open. “Do I have something to show you, Cuquita!””

By focusing on those keywords, you enhance the emotional depth of the dialogue and create an engaging reading experience.

Answer 6

yes! Which words help you understand the tone you should use when reading the dialogue?

✔ rushed into; thrown open

Which words in the dialogue should you emphasize when reading aloud this passage?

✔ I; you; Cuquita

That weekend, her mother turned all her energy towards helping Yoyo write her speech. "Please, Mami, just leave me alone, please," Yoyo pleaded with her. But Yoyo would get rid of the goose only to have to contend with the gander.

–"Daughter of Invention,"
Julia Alvarez

Which tone should a reader use when reading aloud to express Yoyo’s feelings?

thankful
nervous
desperate
somber

Answer 7

To express Yoyo's feelings accurately in the excerpt you provided, the appropriate tone to use when reading aloud would be desperate.

Justification

• In the dialogue, Yoyo is pleading with her mother to leave her alone, which indicates a sense of urgency and frustration. The repetition of "please" underscores how overwhelmed she feels in the situation.
• The phrase "But Yoyo would get rid of the goose only to have to contend with the gander" suggests that Yoyo's struggles are ongoing, emphasizing her desperation to escape her circumstances.

Using a desperate tone captures her emotional state effectively.

Answer 8

Highlight clues that signal the reader should change tone.

Laura tried to calm her down. "Just remember how Mister Lincoln couldn't think of anything to say at the Gettysburg, but then, bang! Four score and once upon a time ago," she began reciting. "Something is going to come if you just relax. You'll see, like the Americans say, Necessity is the daughter of invention. I'll help you."

–"Daughter of Invention,"
Julia Alvarez

What is the tone of the first line of dialogue until “Gettysburg”?

Which type of clue helps the reader understand how to read the word “bang”?

Which tone is best for reading the word “bang”?

Which words should be read with a formal tone?

Answer 9

Let’s break down your questions based on the provided excerpt:

1. What is the tone of the first line of dialogue until “Gettysburg”?

The tone of Laura's dialogue up to "Gettysburg" can be characterized as encouraging and supportive. Laura is trying to calm Yoyo down and is referencing a historical moment to provide reassurance, indicating her desire to inspire confidence.

2. Which type of clue helps the reader understand how to read the word “bang”?

The clue that helps the reader understand how to read the word “bang” is the context and the punctuation. The use of an exclamation point following "bang!" suggests a sudden and emphatic moment, and the surrounding dialogue indicates excitement and urgency.

3. Which tone is best for reading the word “bang”?

The best tone for reading the word “bang” is exclamatory or enthusiastic. This tone reflects the suddenness and excitement that the word conveys in the context of Laura trying to motivate Yoyo.

4. Which words should be read with a formal tone?

The words that should be read with a formal tone include:

• Mister Lincoln
• Gettysburg
• Necessity is the daughter of invention

These phrases reference historical figures or concepts and should be delivered with a degree of respect and seriousness, reflecting their significance.

By using these tones and emphasizing the appropriate words, the reader can effectively convey the context and emotions of the dialogue.

Answer 10

What is the tone of the first line of dialogue until “Gettysburg”?

✔ reassuring

Which type of clue helps the reader understand how to read the word “bang”?

✔ a punctuation clue

Which tone is best for reading the word “bang”?

✔ excited

Which words should be read with a formal tone?

✔ Four score

Read the passage once silently. Then, reread it aloud while trying to read faster and more smoothly.

Write three to five sentences explaining any strategies you used and what new understanding you gained from the text as a result of reading it aloud.

The expression on his face shocked both mother and daughter. Carlos's toothless mouth had collapsed into a dark zero. His eyes bored into Yoyo, then shifted to Laura. In barely audible Spanish, as if secret microphones or informers were all about, he whispered to his wife, "You will permit her to read that?”

Laura's eyebrows shot up, her mouth fell open. In the old country, any whisper of a challenge to authority could bring the secret police in their black V.W.'s. But this was America. People could say what they thought. "What is wrong with her speech?" Laura questioned him.

Answer 11

In reading the passage aloud, I employed a few strategies to enhance my fluency and comprehension. First, I focused on grouping phrases together, which helped me maintain a smooth flow without unnecessary pauses. For example, I read “In barely audible Spanish, as if secret microphones or informers were all about” as a single unit to emphasize the secrecy and tension in Carlos's whisper. Additionally, I paid attention to the emotional tone of the characters’ dialogue, which helped me convey the underlying urgency and concern in Laura's response.

As a result of reading the passage aloud, I gained a deeper understanding of the characters' emotional states. The contrast between Carlos’s cautious attitude and Laura's more liberated perspective on speech and authority highlighted the cultural differences they faced in America versus their experiences in the old country. This interpretation became more vivid through the expressive reading, allowing me to appreciate the tension between tradition and newfound freedom in their lives.