Comprehension Quiz

What does Junior's father mean when he says, "You're so brave. You're a warrior."?

• Junior is physically strong.

• Junior is emotionally resilient.

• Junior is well-prepared for school.

• Junior is good at sports.

Why did Junior feel he could not turn back even if he wanted to?

• He was physically restrained.

• He was too far from home.

• There was no way to turn around on the one-way bridge.

• His father advised him against it.

What is the meaning of the word "TRANSLUCENT" as used in the vocab section?

• Opaque

• Clear, transparent

• Brightly colored

• Fully solid

What does the term "HERMIT" refer to in the vocab section?

• A social butterfly

• A community leader

• A person living in seclusion on the outskirts of society

• A famous actor

What was the narrator's feeling about being in Reardan High School?

• Excited and hopeful

• Indifferent and uninterested

• Worthless and stupid

• Confident and proud

Why did the narrator decide to stay outside the school initially?

• He was waiting for a friend

• He felt out of place and unwelcome

• He was early for school

• He was meeting a teacher

What is the significance of the narrator being the only Indian in Reardan according to the text?

• He was very popular

• He felt unique and special

• It highlighted his isolation

• He was considered a genius

According to the text, how did the narrator describe the white kids at school?

• Friendly and welcoming

• Indifferent and aloof

• Intimidating and like "monster dudes"

• Curious and engaging

What does the narrator imply about his future by staying outside the school?

• He was planning to make new friends

• He considered leaving school completely

• He was going to transfer to another school

• He was waiting for his parents

What did the teacher ask the narrator when he entered the room?

• Why are you here?

• Who are you?

• Do you need help?

• Are you new here?