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Which statement best describes the main theme of the passage?
First love has a lasting effect on a person.
How does paragraph 10 contribute to the story?
It establishes how important the house is to Shay’s family.
How does the knowledge that Shay is leaving affect Dante?
It prompts Dante to give Shay the eraser tattoo she always wanted.
What is the significance of Shay’s words and actions in paragraph 78? “No doubt, homie,’ she replied, her whisper bookended by sniffles. Then she pinched him on the butt.”
They show Shay admitting, for the first time, that she loves Dante.
What is the most likely meaning of paragraphs 82-83, as they apply to Dante and Shay’s relationship? He knew the sting wouldn’t last forever. / But the scar would.
The pain of Shay’s absence will fade, but Dante will always remember her.
How does the author develop Dante and Shay’s relationship over the course of the passage?
The passage’s author gradually reveals the background of Dante and Shay’s connection and depicts their interactions in the present to develop their friendship. While they wait for Shay’s dad to go, the author also shows the depth of their bond by having them have a private moment. When Dante declares his love for Shay, she reacts by tenderly kissing him on the face. This scene is essential because it shows how close and devoted Dante and Shay are to one another. Finally, by having them say farewell before Shay departs for the South, the author highlights the emotion of their connection. Shay needs to remind Dante of the repercussions if her dad finds him since he is unwilling to let her go. This scenario demonstrates how devoted Dante is to Shay and how challenging it is for them to part ways. Overall, by progressively disclosing the history of their relationship, demonstrating how they communicate now, having them share a private moment, and having them say goodbye sentimentally, the author skillfully develops Dante and Shay’s relationship over the length of the passage.
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