Experts, Incorporated

1. Why was a hive growing on Rodney's neck?

• He was nervous that his friends would be mad at him.
• It was a really hot summer day.
• He was nervous about the first day of school.
• He was bit by a mosquito.

2. What was Rodney's problem at the beginning of the story?

• He didn't write his essay.
• He got an F on his essay.
• He was tired.
• He didn't want to go to school.

3. What was Rodney's inspiration for his writing assignment?

• The teacher
• Lucas
• A girl in class
• His sister

4. Why does Rodney want to be a name expert?

• He wants to become rich.
• He doesn't like people teasing kids about their name.
• He couldn't think of anything better.
• Lucas gave him the idea.

5. What type of story is this?

• Fairytale
• Realistic Fiction
• Expository Text
• Informational

6. Why does Rodney think Melody Adams is a bad name for the girl?

• She signs like a moose.
• She has a lovely voice.
• She looks like she lives in the woods.
• Her favorite animal is a moose.

7. What does Lucas want to be when he grows up? (Before he changed his mind)

• Teacher
• Doctor
• Pencil Maker
• Baseball player

8. Do you think the class received their pizza party?

• Yes
• No

9. How does Rodney feel at the end of the story?

• Sad
• Nervous
• Relieved
• Humiliated

10. How does Rodney solve his problem?

• He copies off a friend.
• He continues to lie.
• He has Lucas write his essay.
• He stays in at lunch to write.