"Roll of Thunder" Ch. 3 Comprehension Check

Front

Who tackles Cassie when she sneaks out onto the porch?

Back

Jason, her dog.

Front

What do the 'night men' do when they arrive at the Logan's driveway?

Back

They get out of the car to look around, then drive away.

Front

Why is it difficult for the Logan and Avery kids to escape the Jefferson Davis School bus during the rainy season?

Back

The gullies near the forest banks fill with water and are too wide to jump over.

Front

What emotion does Cassie likely feel at the end of Chapter 3?

Back

Terror.

Front

What is Stacey's plan to stop the bus from splashing them?

Back

The kids dig a big hole in the ground and let it fill with rainwater so the bus will mistake it for a puddle.

Front

What does Cassie's reaction to the night men reveal about her character?

Back

It shows her vulnerability and fear in dangerous situations.

Front

What role does Jason, Cassie's dog, play in Chapter 3?

Back

He tackles Cassie when she sneaks out, showing his protective nature.

Front

How do the 'night men' symbolize danger in the story?

Back

They represent the threat of violence and racism that the Logan family faces.

Front

What does the setting of the rainy season contribute to the story?

Back

It creates obstacles for the children and heightens the tension in their escape.

Front

How does Stacey's plan reflect the children's resourcefulness?

Back

It shows their ability to think creatively to solve problems.