As you write, consider: What does the author mean when she writes about rumors? How does it relate to the story? To Claudia and Monday? Why do you think the author relates the rumor about DC being built on a
swamp? How could this page relate to you or to someone you know?

The following question asks about one or more selections from your literature textbook. you may use your textbook to answer this question. both “lob’s girl” and “jeremiah’s song” contain flashbacks. in a paragraph, explain what this plot technique adds to the stories. support your answer with one detail from each story.