Science Friction

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Why does Amanda quickly become the one who organizes her group and the project?

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likes to take action rather than just talk

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Amanda describes the way Ellen eats her sandwich as disgustingly neat. Based on the connotation of this phrase, Amanda is most likely:

• grossed out by Ellen's neatness
• disappointed with Ellen's behavior
• frustrated that she isn't that neat herself
• ashamed to have Ellen in the group with her

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frustrated that she isn't that neat herself

Front

Amanda argues with Ellen. Amanda's mother thinks she spends too much time by herself. Amanda is more interested in science than in making her room neat and comfortable. What is the best conclusion to draw from these details?

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Amanda doesn't make friends easily

Front

The group members spend their first four meetings arguing because

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they all have very different interests

Front

lugged
"What;s that supposed to be?" I asked Benji when he lugged his project into my room.

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hauled

Front

Why did Ellen stash her bread under Amanda's clothing?

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wanted to fit in but was embarrassed by her allergy

Front

"Thanks," I said as we tackled the top layer. What does the word tackled mean as used in the sentence?

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tidied up

Front

Why did Ellen, Benji, and George stash their food in Amanda's room?

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showed she didn't care about how her room looked

Front

Why was Benji interested in touching the ceiling near Amanda's bookcase?

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He was able to put his turkey on top of the bookcase.

Front

What generalization can the reader make based on the passage?

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Even people who are different can find a way to work together