The Talented Clementine Quiz

Why did the author include the paragraph on page 300?

• because this is the first chapter in The Talented Clementine book

• because this is not the entire story, the author included background information for the reader

• because the author wanted to explain about the Talent-Palooza

• because the author wanted to explain why this story is realistic fiction

Which sentence best describes the problem in this story?

• The Dozen Doozie Cartwheelers nearly fell off the stage.

• Margaret’s teacher was nervous before the talent show.

• A third grader was eating crackers before his whistling act.

• Clementine believes she does not have a talent for the talent show.

Which sentences from the text show that Clementine felt embarrassed? Choose the TWO BEST ANSWERS.

• I tried to hide, but Margaret’s teacher saw me.

• Okay, fine. Maybe she didn’t yell it.

• “Hey, Clementine,” one of the fourth graders called out. “Your face looks like it’s burning up!”

• She looked down at her clipboard and frowned.

Why did Clementine want to call her parents?

• She wanted to make sure her friend Margaret was coming to the show.

• She wanted her parents to bring her hula-hoop so she could join the other girls.

• She wanted to make sure her parents knew what time the show was starting.

• She wanted to tell her parents not to come to the show because she doesn’t have an act.

How does this event change Clementine’s opinion of Margaret’s teacher?

• “Oh, my goodness gracious, it’s now. My daughter’s having her baby! My first grandchild!”

• Clementine understands why Margaret’s teacher was nervous before the talent show.

• Clementine understands that a new baby is a lot of work.

• Clementine understands that Mrs. Rice now has to lead the talent show alone.

• Clementine understands that Margaret’s teacher wants Clementine to lead the show.

What can readers learn about Clementine’s character by reading this sentence? "And the worried scribbling feeling exploded all through my body."

• Clementine feels hopeful that the show will go well.

• Clementine feels excited to watch the talent show.

• Clementine feels nervous about helping with the show.

• Clementine feels grateful that Mrs. Rice asked for her help.

Which sentence shows that Clementine and Margaret are good friends?

• Good! No showing off for you tonight!

• She zoomed me a smile so huge all her teeth bracelets sparkled like diamonds in the spotlight.

• The proud, sun-rising feeling stayed with me all through the rest of the show.

• “Never wear green sneakers!” Margaret said.

What is the author’s purpose of this story?

• to persuade readers to enter a talent show

• to inform readers with facts about hula-hooping and playing the piano

• to entertain readers with a story about a teacher whose daughter is having a baby

• to entertain readers with a funny story about a girl helping with a talent show

Which sentence best describes the solution in this story?

• Clementine realizes that she has a talent for helping other people.

• Clementine realizes that she has a talent for making people laugh.

• Clementine realizes that her parents love her no matter what.

• Clementine realizes that Mrs. Rice is proud of her.

What words can you use to describe Clementine’s character? Choose two words and explain your response using details from the text.

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