The Skin I'm In Chapters 6-10

What initiates the conflict between Maleeka and Daphne Robinson?

• Daphne accuses Maleeka of kissing her boyfriend
• Maleeka confronts Daphne about spreading rumors
• Daphne insults Maleeka's new clothes
• Maleeka accidentally bumps into Daphne in the hallway

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

How does Charlese react when the fight between Maleeka and Daphne breaks out?

• She jumps in to defend Maleeka
• She tries to break up the fight
• She stands by, watching and eating a candy bar
• She runs to get help from the teachers

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

What intervention occurs during the fight between Maleeka and Daphne?

• The school principal separates them and takes Daphne to his office
• Miss Saunders joins the fight to stop the altercation
• Other students help to resolve the conflict peacefully
• The school security guards intervene and escort them to the nurse's office

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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How does Maleeka feel about Miss Saunders' interference during the fight?

• Grateful and relieved
• Angry and resentful
• Confused and uncertain
• Indifferent and detached

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

How does the conversation end between Maleeka and Miss Saunders after Daphne is taken to the office?

• Maleeka apologizes to Miss Saunders
• Maleeka expresses frustration and asks Miss Saunders to leave
• Mr. Pajolli directs Maleeka to the nurse's office while Miss Saunders watches
• Miss Saunders leaves after the principal takes control of the situation

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

Why is Maleeka working in the school office?

• She enjoys helping the school staff with paperwork
• It's a punishment imposed by the principal, Miss Saunders, and her mom
• She wants to earn money during her free time
• She is considering a career as a school administrator

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

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What does Maleeka initially plan to do while working in the office?

• Gossip with the secretary, Miss Carol
• Seek revenge by snooping into Miss Saunders' life
• Improve her filing and organizational skills
• Convince the teachers to support Miss Saunders' programs

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

How do the teachers view Miss Saunders, according to Maleeka?

• They appreciate her innovative teaching methods
• They are indifferent to her and her teaching style
• They criticize her for being too strict and disruptive
• They commend her for effectively implementing the curriculum

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What opinion do Mr. Mac and Miss Benson share about Miss Saunders?

• They admire her dedication to following the curriculum
• They believe her approach to teaching is beneficial for students
• They think she disrupts the school environment and doesn't follow the curriculum
• They praise her for rewarding students who misbehave

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

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What is Maleeka's attitude toward her job in the school office?

• She enjoys working there and wants to continue indefinitely
• She is resentful and wants to find a way to quit the job
• She feels grateful for the opportunity to learn new skills
• She sees it as an excellent chance to bond with the teachers and Miss Saunders

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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CCSS.RL.8.6