Heartbeat: Character and Plot Development Assessment

What is the main reason Dave decides to start working out?

• To become a professional athlete
• To impress Sarah, the girl he has a crush on
• To prepare for a sports competition
• To win a bet with his friends

How does Dave feel about his nickname "Heartbeat"?

• Proud and confident
• Indifferent
• Embarrassed and determined to change it
• Amused

What does Dave realize about his efforts to gain weight?

• They are successful and he becomes very muscular
• He is gaining weight but not in the right places
• His fast metabolism makes gaining weight difficult
• He doesn't enjoy working out

What is the significance of the "Aha Moment" in paragraph 12?

• Dave realizes he needs to work out harder
• Dave decides to stop wearing extra layers of clothing
• Dave understands Sarah will never like him
• Dave decides to change schools

How does wearing multiple layers of clothing affect Dave?

• It makes him more energetic
• It makes him feel more confident
• It causes him to feel overheated and uncomfortable
• It enhances his athletic performance

What is Dave's internal conflict throughout the story?

• His feelings for Sarah
• His struggle with his self-image and identity
• His desire to excel in sports
• His relationship with his parents

How do Dave's classmates react to his new appearance?

• They tease him more
• They start to respect him
• They ignore the changes
• They are confused about his new look

How does Sarah react when she notices Dave is trembling?

• She laughs at him
• She is concerned for his well-being
• She teases him about being cold
• She calls him Heartbeat again

What does Dave do when he realizes his clothing layers are causing problems?

• He continues to add more layers
• He decides to embrace his natural appearance
• He buys larger clothes
• He stops attending parties

Which word best describes Dave's feelings at the end of the story?

• Confident
• Defeated
• Content
• Anxious