Glory Be Novel Test (Inferential Questions)

JT is best described as_____________

• caring

• narrow-minded

• hateful

• ignorant

Laura drank out of the "colored" water fountain because _______

• She can't read

• She is from the North where there

• She is angry

• She is black

Why did Glory and Jesslyn sing Glory, Glory Hallelujah?

• It was Jesslyn's birthday

• They won Kick the Can

• They were happy to see Elvis' house

• They were happy that the pool was opening soon !

Why do J.T, Glory, and Jesslyn fight when Laura is playing with them?

• JT doesn't think they should play with Laura

• Laura's mom is a Freedom Worker

• JT is sticking up for Frankie

• Glory agrees with JT

How would you describe Jesslyn?

• silly

• friendly

• caring

• difficult

What point of view is Glory Be written in______________?

• First Person

• Second Person

• Third Person Limited

• Third Person Omniscient

How do you infer this book is historical fiction?

• The characters in the story are real

• There is a place called Hanging Moss Mississippi

• The characters are real and the story takes place during an actual time in history

• The characters are NOT real and the story takes place during an actual time in history

Why do you think Glory ignores Emma’s advice to try not to worry about things she cannot fix?

• Glory just wants to cause trouble

• Glory thinks she can make a difference

• Glory does not respect Emma

• Glory's Dad told her she should not listen to Emma

Glory and her older sister were once good friends, but now they are drifting apart. Why do you think this is happening?

• Glory is busy and does not have time for her sister

• Jesslyn is mad at Glory

• Jesslyn is becoming a teenager and it's not cool to hang out with your sister

• Glory is mean to Jesslyn

What is a theme (moral of the story) for the book Glory Be?

• People never change

• Even a kid can make a difference

• It's brave to stand up for what's right

• Friends always agree