Raymond's Run

Squeaky and Gretchen have what in common?

• They both swim

• They both play piano

• They both are competitive girls

• They both have brothers

What is the MAIN conflict that needs to be resolved?

• Squeaky and Gretchen fight

• Squeaky needs to be friends with other girls

• Squeaky needs to prove herself as a runner and a big sister

• Raymond has to run his race

Squeaky feels that she has disappointed her mother by

• not acting like a "traditional" girl 
• not learning how to sing in a choir
• not doing better in her schoolwork
• not taking better care of Raymond

What is Squeaky actually thinking about when she jumps up and down after they announce the winner?  

• She thinks that Gretchen’s middle name must be ridiculous since it starts with a P. C.
• She is excited about the potential she sees in Raymond’s ability to run. 
• She thinks they tied for first place.
• She can’t wait to rub it in Rosie’s face that she just won the race again. 

How does Squeaky feel about taking care of Raymond?

• She complains about it

• She ignores him

• She feels protective of him

Which of the following words describes the character of Squeaky? Select all that apply.

• Shy

• Sassy

• Confident

• Lazy

Why do Gretchen and Squeaky smile at one another after the race?

• They see Raymond climb the fence.

• They learn they have tied the race.

• They are glad to see each other.

• They have come to respect each other.

The author of "Raymond's Run" is . . .

• Langston Hughes

• Toni Cade Bambara

• Lois Lowry

• Piri Thomas

What is the setting of the story?

• Chaska

• Lower East Side of Manhattan

• Harlem, New York City

• Baltimore

What does Squeaky learn about in regards to Raymond?

• She has underestimated her brother's skills, possibly because he has a disability.

• He is faster than her.

• He also dislikes Gretchen.

• She should have him practice more with her.