Revenge of the Geeks

What is the central idea of the article?

• High school is the first time kids have to think about their own status.

• Geeks profit from technological knowhow.

• Being different is not a problem but a strength.

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What is the main trait that makes teens unpopular?

• being different

• being aggressive

• being a gossip

According to the article, which characteristic benefits geeks later in life?

• leadership ability

• ability to conform

• intelligence

An example of marginalizing would be

• give someone an unimportant task

• attacking someone directly

• give someone an essential task

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How is a pariah treated by members of a group?

• as a leader

• as a friend

• as an outsider

Which is an example of bigotry?

• telling someone they are improperly dressed

• rejecting someone because of their race

• hiring only people with special skills

Why is it important for adults to tell teens it is good to be different?

• students need warned that trying to fit in will cause them to do poorly in school

• students need encouraged to stand up to bullies

• students lack life experience to understand how being different can benefit them later in life

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According to the article, how can being popular in high school lead students to hold prejudiced beliefs.

• popular groups often reject others who are not like them

• popular groups often behave inappropriately and have bad judgement

• popular groups often talk badly about others and it lowers their ability to empathize

How would you describe the author's attitude toward the environment in today's schools?

• She thinks outsiders put up with terrible social situations.

• She hopes schools can help fight against bullying.

• She thinks high school students find "geeks" annoying.

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Which statement would the author most likely agree?

• To ensure a bright future, popular students should take part in geek activities such as gaming or the arts.

• Cultivating "geek" traits is the best way to prepare for success.

• Schools should encourage teens to develop qualities that make them stand apart from other students.

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