Quiz on 'You Are the Electric Boogaloo' and 'Just Be Yourself!'

In “You Are the Electric Boogaloo,” why does the author’s teen self feel humiliated?

• His silver pants burst during a break-dancing performance.

• He and his friends participated in a break-dancing performance.

• His shirt got stuck to the floor during a break-dancing performance.

• He was escorted from the mall during a break-dancing performance.

In “Just Be Yourself!” which activity does the author’s teen self truly enjoy?

• writing

• dancing

• reading

• singing

In "Just Be Yourself!" what does the author encourage her teen self to do?

• get to know herself over time

• find one hobby and stick with it

• join more social groups at school

• trust others to make good choices

What is the most likely meaning of immense as it is used in the following sentence? "Earning the Young Citizen's Award gave Brianna an immense feeling of pride."

• dizzy

• fading

• private

• huge

If Lisa finds a majestic lake in the woods, what must be true about the lake? Base your answer on the meaning of majestic.

• It is polluted.

• It is famous.

• It is hidden.

• It is grand.

What would a person most likely describe as numerous?

• a beloved childhood pet

• schools in the U.S.

• a missing pair of eyeglasses

• a person with short hair

PART A: In "Just Be Yourself!" what does the author's teen self most want to do?

• find a friend at the library

• find a place to fit in

• be a good citizen

• be attractive

Which quotation from the selection best supports the answer to Part A?

• ...[W]e need to talk. Don't worry about the "no talking in the library" rule. I'm sure we'll be fine. Librarians aren't as bad as they seem.

• Judging from your hair and braces I'd have to guess you're in your junior year. Yes? Thought so.

• ...[Y]ou joined every school club you could ... not to mention the numerous after-school activities you're involved in.

• We don't all have one single rock-star talent, and honestly, I think those of us who don't are the lucky ones.

Which comment from the author of "Just Be Yourself!" most clearly shows that the author enjoys work as an adult?

• Don't recognize me without that awful perm, do you?

• I'm still having nightmares about the fifth position!

• Let me ask you, how's it all working out? Not very well, am I right?

• You'll eventually find something you're good at, I promise.

Which words best describe the author’s tone in “You Are the Electric Boogaloo”? Choose two options.

• formal

• kindly

• amused

• dull

• harsh