Save Me A Seat- 1-4

How does the author show you the correct way to say Ravi’s name? Why is this important?

• By writing it phonetically; it shows respect for Ravi's culture.

• By using a nickname; it makes it easier for others to say.

• By ignoring the pronunciation; it is not important.

• By changing Ravi's name; it helps him fit in.

What does Ravi’s choice not to correct the pronunciation of his name tell you about how he may feel in his new school?

• He feels confident and accepted.

• He feels nervous and unsure.

• He feels excited and happy.

• He feels angry and rebellious.

What kind of life did Ravi live in India? How do you know?

• A difficult life; he had many struggles.

• A wealthy life; he had many luxuries.

• A simple life; he had few possessions.

• A busy life; he had many activities.

Why does Ravi wonder what is “so funny” after he tells the class, “I just shifted from Bangalore”?

• He thinks they are laughing at his accent.

• He thinks they are laughing at his clothes.

• He thinks they are laughing at his name.

• He thinks they are laughing at his story.

What do Ravi’s two separate lists at the end of the chapter tell you about what he thinks and feels?

• He is organized and methodical.

• He is confused and disorganized.

• He is happy and carefree.

• He is sad and lonely.

How do you think Joe feels about the order of school lunch meals each week?

• He feels excited and looks forward to it.

• He feels indifferent and doesn't care.

• He feels anxious and dislikes it.

• He feels happy and enjoys it.

What do you think Joe means when he says, “My brain and noise don’t get along”?

• Joe likes quiet places.

• Joe enjoys loud music.

• Joe is very talkative.

• Joe is afraid of noise.

What do you learn about Ravi based on Joe’s description of Ravi talking to the class?

• Ravi is very shy.

• Ravi is confident and speaks clearly.

• Ravi does not like to talk.

• Ravi is always nervous.

What do you predict will happen as Joe and Ravi get to know each other?

• They will become enemies.

• They will ignore each other.

• They will become friends.

• They will compete against each other.

Why does Ravi think Dillon is going to be his friend?

• Dillon is very kind to Ravi.

• Dillon and Ravi have similar interests.

• Dillon is the only other new student.

• Dillon is popular and Ravi wants to be friends with him.