Crash (Jerry Spinelli) Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What does John's description of his athletic abilities convey to the reader? (from Chapters 39-42)

It shows that John is secretly fearful that one day he will grow old and lose his physical strength.

It hints at John's secret dislike for sports and repressed desire to participate in the arts.

It shows that John is self-aware and confident.

It proves that John has an inflated sense of his own abilities.

2.

How would you describe Mrs. Coogan's mood when she comes home from work? (from Chapters 13-17)

Energized and excited to make dinner.

Angry and frustrated that her life is unfulfilling.

Distraught and depressed over her day at work.

Exhausted and too tired to engage with her children.

3.

Why does John get mad at Mike for wearing Scooter's hat? (from Chapters 31-35)

John thinks Mike's head is too big for it and will ruin the fabric.

John was hoping Scooter will give him the hat and he does not want Mike to wreck it.

John has a sentimental attachment to the hat because Scooter let him wear it when he was a child.

John is offended that Mike does not respect Scooter.

4.

Why does it bother John and Mike that Penn is trying out for cheerleading? (from Chapters 9-12)

John is worried that Penn will use his cheerleading platform to make fun of him.

They are not used to seeing a boy in a traditionally female role.

They are worried that it will make Penn more popular.

They secretly wish they could join the cheerleading team, too.

5.

How does Penn react when John teases him in the early chapters? (from Chapters 1-4)

He starts planning to turn Abby against John.

He complains to his parents.

He starts a physical fight with John when provoked.

He does not let it bother him.

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