Out of My Mind Chapters 29-31

Front

What event caused Melody's dad to hurt his arm?

Back

He punched the wall at the airport.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What unfortunate incident happens to Penny in the story?

Back

She accidentally gets hit by her mother's car.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

Why was Melody unable to participate in the quiz show?

Back

Her flight was cancelled because of the weather.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What action does Melody's mother take after speaking with Mr. Dimming?

Back

She hangs up on him.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What weather event led to the cancellation of Melody's flight?

Back

A snowstorm.

Tags

CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

What is the significance of Melody's dad's action in the context of the story?

Back

It reflects his emotional state and the stress of the situation.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

How does Penny's accident impact Melody's family?

Back

It adds to the family's stress and concern for Penny's well-being.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What does Melody's inability to go on the quiz show symbolize?

Back

It symbolizes the obstacles she faces in achieving her goals.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What does the interaction between Melody's mother and Mr. Dimming reveal about their relationship?

Back

It shows tension and disagreement regarding Melody's situation.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

How does the snowstorm serve as a plot device in the story?

Back

It creates conflict by preventing Melody from attending the quiz show.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5