Review for "Embarrassed" and "The Ravine"

in "The Ravine," who jumped off the high ledge first?

• Vinny

• Mo

• Joe-Boy

• Starlene

The article "Embarrassed?" is mostly about.....

• Situations that are embarrassing to teenagers.

• Why teenagers are so sensitive to social pressure.

• How to avoid feeling embarrassed.

• The benefits of embarrassment.

How does the author in "Embarrassed" mainly support her ideas?

• With references to other information sources.

• With experts opinions.

• With funny anecdotes.

• With scientific evidence.

What is the conflict of the story?

• Vinny must decide whether or not to take a trip with his friends.

• Moe must decide whether or not to jump into the pond.

• Vinny has to decide whether or not to jump off the high ledge.

• Vinny’s mother must decide whether or not to punish him for disobeying.

How did Vinny’s father respond to the idea of Vinny going to the pond?

• “Never come to this pond again. Ever. It is off limits. Permanently.”

• You fall off a horse, you get back on, right?”

• “You let your mommy run your life, or what?”

• “Don’t go there.”

What information does the section at the end of the article in "Embarrassed?" provide?

• It tells you who you should call if you need help.

• It gives tips for handling the stress of embarrassment.

• It defines important vocabulary words.

• It summarizes the most important ideas in the article.

Which character is described as someone who is “afraid of nothing?"

• Vinny

• Joy-Boy

• Mo

• Starlene

Which is a possible theme for the "Ravine?"

• Don’t be a wimp.

• Surround yourself with friends.

• Listen to your own conscience.

• Be careful what you wish for.

Why does Vinny disobey his mother and go to the pond?

• He felt pressured by his friends.

• He dislikes his mother.

• He loves to take risks.

• He thinks his mother is being ridiculous.

How does Vinny feel as the end of the story?

• Extreme anger at his friends.

• At peace with his decision.

• Disappointed with the decision he made.

• Depressed with the choice he made.