Ungifted Chapters 1-5

Front

What are the best characteristics to describe Donovan?

Back

Goofy, impulsive, class clown, self-aware.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

On a scale of 1-10, how well does Donovan fit in to the Academy on his first day?

Back

3.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

Who does Donovan blame for his impulsive decision making?

Back

His ancestors.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

What key event leads to Donovan attending the Academy for Scholastic Distinction?

Back

He knocks the globe off of the Atlas the Titan statue.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

Who is the character that might catch on to Donovan's mistaken acceptance at the school?

Back

Abigail.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is the significance of Donovan's impulsive nature in the story?

Back

It highlights his character development and the challenges he faces in a new environment.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

How does Donovan's self-awareness affect his interactions with others?

Back

It allows him to recognize his flaws and navigate social situations more thoughtfully.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What role does humor play in Donovan's character?

Back

It serves as a coping mechanism and helps him connect with peers.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What does the Academy for Scholastic Distinction represent in the story?

Back

A place of high expectations and academic pressure.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

How does Donovan's perception of himself differ from how others see him?

Back

He sees himself as a misfit, while others may view him as a class clown.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6