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.

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

• writing

• dancing

• reading

• singing

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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.

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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.

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

• formal

• kindly

• amused

• dull

• harsh

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