Scholarship Jacket Quiz

Who is the narrator of the story?

• Joana

• Martha

• Sally

• Rosa

Why is the scholarship jacket important to Martha?

• It is a tradition at her school.

• It represents her academic achievements.

• It is given to the best athlete.

• It is her way to make friends.

What does the scholarship jacket symbolize?

• Financial aid for college

• Academic excellence and hard work

• Athletic success

• Popularity among peers

Why does Martha feel anxious when she overhears her teachers arguing?

• She thinks she has failed a subject.

• She believes she might not get the scholarship jacket.

• She thinks they dislike her.

• She feels guilty for eavesdropping.

What decision does the school principal initially make about the scholarship jacket?

• To award it to another student.

• To give it to Martha for free.

• To charge a $15 fee for it.

• To discontinue the scholarship jacket tradition.

Why can’t Martha pay the $15 for the jacket?

• Her family is poor, and her grandfather refuses to pay.

• Her parents don’t support her education.

• She doesn’t want to use her savings.

• She believes it is unfair to pay for the jacket.

What does Martha’s grandfather say about the scholarship jacket?

• “If it’s for you, it should be free.”

• “We don’t have the money for this.”

• “Hard work always pays off.”

• “Don’t ask me for money again.”

How does the principal respond after Martha tells him her grandfather won’t pay?

• He insists on the fee.

• He decides to give her the jacket for free.

• He gives the jacket to another student.

• He cancels the scholarship jacket tradition.

What lesson does Martha learn by the end of the story?

• Standing up for what is right is important.

• Academic success isn’t worth the trouble.

• Money always influences decisions.

• Teachers and principals can’t be trusted.

Who was competing with Martha for the scholarship jacket?

• Joana

• Sally

• Rosa

• A popular student whose father was on the school board