Teresa Wilson - Desert Palms Elementary – Peoria, AZ

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The Astronaut and the Onion Comprehension Check

Summarize the plot of the Astronaut and the Onion. In your summary include

details about Gloria’s character.

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Teresa Wilson - Desert Palms Elementary – Peoria, AZ

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Please answer in complete sentences. Restate the question as part of your answer.

How might Gloria’s character traits help her become an astronaut? Use the

Character Web and story details to support your answer.

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Reread page 97. Dr. Street tells Gloria that she still keeps some fear inside of

her. What character traits might have helped her overcome that fear? Use

story details in your answer.

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Suppose you meet someone who has a career that interests you. What kind of

questions would you ask that person?

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Teresa Wilson - Desert Palms Elementary – Peoria, AZ

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Reread “Astronauts in Training” on pages 84-851. Compare Anna’s character

to Dr. Street’s character. In what ways are they alike? How are they different?

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