The Fire, The Water, and Maudie McGinn by Sally J. Pla

Who is Maudie McGinn?

• A famous artist.

• A teacher.

• The main character who is a young girl.

• A professional swimmer.

What is Maudie struggling with at the beginning of the story?

• Moving to a new city.

• Making new friends.

• Dealing with a difficult home life.

• Learning to swim.

What does Maudie love to do in her free time?

• Swim in the ocean.

• Paint pictures.

• Read books.

• Ride horses.

How does Maudie feel about the water?

• She is scared of it.

• She finds comfort in swimming.

• She doesn't like getting wet.

• She thinks it's boring.

What significant event changes Maudie’s life in the story?

• She wins a swimming race.

• A fire affects her family.

• She moves to another country.

• She finds a hidden treasure.

Who helps Maudie during her difficult times?

• Her supportive aunt.

• Her best friend.

• Her teacher.

• A stranger.

What does Maudie learn about herself by the end of the book?

• She should never trust anyone.

• She is stronger than she thought.

• It’s better to be alone.

• She doesn’t like swimming anymore.

What role does the ocean play in Maudie’s life?

• It scares her.

• It’s a place of healing and peace.

• It reminds her of bad memories.

• It is a place she avoids.

How does Maudie deal with her emotions throughout the story?

• She keeps them all inside.

• She talks to her friends about them.

• She finds peace through swimming and being in nature.

• She ignores them.

What is the main theme of The Fire, The Water, and Maudie McGinn?

• The importance of winning.

• Overcoming challenges and finding inner strength.

• Staying away from water.

• Making lots of friends.