from "Coping with Cliques"

Which of the following best describes the author’s purpose in writing this article?

• To describe the pros and cons of being in a clique

• To explain some problems cliques cause and how to deal with them

• To make a case for joining a clique when you first enter high school

• To present an argument for never joining a clique

From the information given in this article, you can infer that —

• cliques are less of a concern today than in the past

• cliques are a common concern in schools today

• cliques have been a problem for young people throughout history

• cliques have evolved over time

Look at the chart.

Which of these statements belong on the blank line?

• Makes all members feel welcome and supported

• Insists that members do everything together or with other “cool” people

• Helps people learn good friendship skills

• Protects people from the pressures and rules of other friendship groups

In the section titled “Surviving Cliques,” the author gives four tips. What underlying idea is stressed in all four tips?

• Look before you leap.

• Act friendly.

• Don’t be a bully.

• Be true to yourself.