Week 10 Day 3

Day 3 Alberta clung on to the idea like a fly clings on to sticky sap. “I will one day earn enough money to start my business and leave this neighborhood,” announced Alberta as she pointed a finger at Joe.“How long has it been so far? You keep talking about this business that you are going to start one day. Face the facts. It has been 20 years, and you are no farther today than you were years ago,” responded Joe. Common Core Standard RL.2 Theme 1. What is the theme of this passage? sibiling rivalry oppression holding on to a dream Common Core Standard RL.1 Textual Evidence2. Do a close reading of this passage. Highlight or underline the details that support your answer to question one. Explain your ideas.