Hello, Universe by Erin Entrada Kelly

What is the author's purpose for writing Hello, Universe?

• The purpose is to inform because she brings awareness to what it's like to be deaf

• The purpose is to inform through recurring topics such as bullying, different cultures, and people with disabilities

• The purpose is to persuade the readers that bullying is inappropriate

• The purpose is to entertain, although Erin Entrada Kelly generally informed the reader about certain topics.

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Who did Erin Entrada Kelly write this book for?

• She wrote the book for adults

• She wrote the book for little readers like toddlers

• She wrote the book for older readers in high school

• She wrote the book for young readers in upper elementary to middle school

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What is Virgil's parents' nickname for him? Why do they call him this name?

• They call him "Lion" because he is brave.

• They call him "Turtle" because he is slow at running.

• They call him "Turtle" because he won't "come out of his shell."

• They call him "Tiger" because he is strong.

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Why doesn't Valencia want to tell her mother about her nightmare?

• She forgets about the nightmare

• She believes her mother will be angry with her

• She is afraid her mother won't believe her

• Her mother is overprotective and may ask her a lot of questions

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In Chapter 3, why did Virgil make an appointment with Kaori?

• To seek advice on how to overcome his fear of talking to his crush

• To learn how to communicate with animals

• To ask her to predict his future

• To receive guidance on how to stand up to bullies

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What is the purpose for reading this novel?

• To learn about different cultures and traditions

• To think about different perspectives, relationships, and experiences by studying character development

• To study vocabulary and grammar skills by reading a chapter book

• To understand first person and third person point of view

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What are some recurring themes in "Hello, Universe" by Erin Entrada Kelly?

• discovering hidden talents and abilities

• friendship and fate

• facing fears and overcoming obstacles

• embracing one's uniqueness and individuality

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Why doesn't Virgil yell for help in Chapter 20?

• Virgil is afraid of getting in trouble with Lola.

• Virgil is confident he can handle the situation on his own.

• Virgil is afraid of what Chet will do if he hears him.

• Virgil is too embarrassed to ask for help.

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When the rocks fall down the well and the lid is closed shut, what does Virgil think is happening?

• He believes Chet dropped the stones into the well and purposely covered the well

• He imagines it's an accident caused by the wind

• He is sure it's a sign from the spirits

• He assumes it's a prank played by Kaori and Gen

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Why does Chet lie to Kaori, Gen, and Just Renee about yelling for help?

• Chet doesn't want them to know he was stuck in the well.

• Chet wants to protect Virgil from being embarrassed.

• Chet is afraid of getting in trouble for bullying Virgil.

• Chet is known as a bully in school, he didn't want Valencia to see he is scared.

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