Ajarry Chapter One Worksheet

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📚 Part 1: Character and Plot Understanding

2. What are the main challenges Ajarry faces in this chapter? (Check all that apply)

Lack of freedom

Separation from family

Harsh working conditions

Fear of punishment

3. Describe three key events that happen in Chapter One:

Event 1: _________________________________________________

Event 2: _________________________________________________

Event 3: _________________________________________________

4. What does the Underground Railroad refer to?

5. List three character traits that describe Ajarry. Give evidence from the text for each trait:

Trait 1: _________________ Evidence: _________________________

Trait 2: _________________ Evidence: _________________________

Trait 3: _________________ Evidence: _________________________

6. What themes are introduced in Chapter One? Explain how one theme is shown:

7. How does the historical context of slavery affect Ajarry's daily life?

8. Write a diary entry from Ajarry's perspective about her hopes and feelings. Include at least three emotions and one hope for the future:

9. What questions do you have about Ajarry's story after reading Chapter One?