My Favorite Chaperone Review (Paragraphs 1-100)

In the text, why does the narrator take a permission slip for the Spring Fling dance, despite expecting a negative response?

• a) The narrator is eager to attend the dance.

• b) The narrator is hopeful of her parents changing.

• c) The narrator is confident of receiving a positive answer.

• d) The narrator wants to challenge the school's policies.

Why did Aunt Madina decide to explore international dating magazines?

• a) She wanted to find a date for her entire family.

• b) Economic hardships and family loss led her to seek a new life.

• c) She was interested in meeting people from diverse backgrounds.

• d) She was inspired by an American movie star.

Why did the narrator's family decide to move to America?

• a) To escape government persecution.

• b) Aunt Madina sponsored them for a better life.

• c) They wanted to pursue higher education.

• d) The narrator wanted to join a gymnastics team.

What role does gymnastics play in the narrator's life?

• a) It serves as "freedom" from family problems and responsibilities.

• b) The narrator is passionate about sports.

• c) It provides a source of income for the family.

• d) The gymnastics team is a way to integrate into American society.

How does the narrator feel about Shannon Lui?

• a) Shannon is a source of competition on the gymnastics team.

• b) The narrator dislikes Shannon's Americanized family.

• c) Shannon is viewed as an "older sister" and a supportive friend.

• d) The narrator is jealous of Shannon's success.

What event interrupts the narrator's thoughts about the Spring Fling dance in Language Arts class?

• a) Mr. Walsh visits the class with an announcement.

• b) The arrival of a substitute teacher.

• c) Daniel Klein asks the narrator on a date.

• d) Ms. Coe discusses the upcoming gymnastics meet.

What significant event happens at the school office involving Nurzhan?

• a) Nurzhan receives an award for academic achievement.

• b) Nurzhan is suspended for fighting.

• c) Nurzhan is selected for the gymnastics team.

• d) Nurzhan is recognized for his language skills.

Why does the narrator feel a sense of guilt or fear after translating Mr. Shanaman's words to Papa during the meeting at the school?

• a) The narrator believes that lying can solve all problems.

• b) The narrator is afraid of getting in trouble.

• c) The narrator worries about the consequences of changing the words.

• d) The narrator wants to protect Nurzhan from additional punishment.

How does the custodian, Mr. Zabornik, relate to the narrator's experience of bullying?

• a) He bullies the narrator for being an immigrant.

• b) He supports the narrator in the fight against bullying.

• c) He shares his own experience of being bullied.

• d) He ignores the narrator's struggles with bullying.

How does Papa react to Nurzhan's suspension during the meeting with Mr. Shanaman?

• a) Papa expresses how he is ashamed.

• b) Papa is understanding and supportive.

• c) Papa blames the narrator.

• d) Papa ignores the situation and blames the school.