Fish in a Tree Quiz

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In the chapter titled, in part, "The Gifts of No Excuses ...", the narrative refers to a close relationship between Oliver and his little sister. What other relationship in the book does this relationship echo? (from Chapters 41 – 46)

That between Ally and Albert, whom she thinks of as a big brother.

That between Ally and Travis, her supportive big brother.

That between Albert and his little sister, whom he takes care of after school.

That between Ally and Mr. Daniels, who thinks of her as a little sister.

According to Mr. Daniels, what does it mean to have "learning difficulties"? (from Chapters 31 – 34)

That someone who has those kinds of difficulties just needs to find other ways to learn.

That someone who has those kinds of difficulties has something wrong with their brain.

That someone who has those kinds of difficulties is better off not going to school.

That someone who has those kinds of difficulties needs to focus their education on something other than reading.

What object suggests Albert's nickname for Ally, and why? (from Chapters 41 – 46)

The poster of a new star in his bedroom: he thinks Ally is a "star".

A piece of flint: like flint is used to create fire, Albert sees Ally as a catalyst for creating "fire" in both him and Keisha.

A military airplane from World War II: it used camouflage to protect itself in the same way that Ally uses different aspects of her personality to protect HER-self.

A military airplane from World War II: in the same way as it dropped bombs on its targets, Ally drops "bombs" of nastiness on her enemies.

What is the most likely reason that Mr. Daniels gives Ally what she calls a "pity award"? (from Chapters 21 - 26)

To encourage her to keep working.

To inspire her to focus on her work, rather than on spending so much time with her friends.

To encourage her stand up to Shay.

To humiliate her in front of the class.

What is the most likely reason Travis is concerned that his new boss wants him to follow an instruction manual? (from Chapters 31 – 34)

Travis, like his father, has trouble obeying orders.

Travis, like his mother, has trouble reading.

Travis, like his sister, absolutely refuses to do what he is told.

Travis, like his sister, has trouble reading.