The Year of the Rat

What does Dad most likely mean in the beginning of the story when he says he will turn into a snowman on his way to work?

• He will wear many layers of clothing to stay warm.

• He will not be able to move because he is so cold.

• He will play in the snow with the main character.

• He will be covered in many layers of snow.

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What does the word talent most likely mean as it is used in the story?

• hope

• idea

• plan

• skill

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Why does Dad most likely tell the main character the story about the philosophers and the orange fish?

• to teach her how to make good choices

• to warn her about the difficulty she will face in life

• to explain that she knows herself better than anyone else

• to show her how there can be different opinions about the same topic

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How does the main character show that she is strong like a tiger?

• She corrects the way Becky says the name of a classmate.

• She works with Becky and Charlotte on the panda project.

• She makes plans for when her friend Melody comes to visit.

• She does not know if she wants to be an author and illustrator.

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What is a main theme of the story?

• It is not difficult to choose your career.

• You have to practice in order to get better at something.

• Being brave means doing things you are uncomfortable with.

• You have to complete projects by yourself if you want them done correctly.

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