Heartbeat - Check Your Understanding

In paragraph 2, the details about Dave's attempts to gain body mass suggest that he-

• wants to get quick results without making an effort

• is disciplined and determined to reach his goal

• is strong and healthy but not very athletic

• cares about his health as much as his image

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Why is the party scene important to the story's plot?

• At the party, Dave realizes that looking thicker isn't really important.

• Dave loses his extra clothing, and his deception is revealed.

• While dancing with Sarah, Dave is able to say how he feels about her.

• Dave's friends finally express their appreciation of him there.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Which of these best sums up the conflict in the story?

• Dave struggles to get the respect of his classmates.

• Dave struggles to gain control of his metabolism.

• Dave struggles to think correctly about his body image.

• Dave struggles to persuade Sarah to accept him as he is.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3