Analyzing Those Shoes Characters and Plot

What is the main conflict in the book "Those Shoes" by Maribeth Boelts?

• Jeremy wants a new pair of shoes but his family cannot afford them.

• Jeremy loses his favorite toy.

• Jeremy moves to a new school.

• Jeremy's friend gets a new bike.

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Which character helps Jeremy understand the importance of friendship in "Those Shoes"?

• His grandmother

• Antonio

• His teacher

• His neighbor

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How does the setting of Jeremy's school influence the plot of "Those Shoes"?

• It is where Jeremy first sees the shoes he wants.

• It is where Jeremy finds a new hobby.

• It is where Jeremy meets his best friend.

• It is where Jeremy gets a new job.

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What inference can you make about Jeremy's feelings when he sees his classmates with the shoes he wants?

• He feels indifferent.

• He feels happy for them.

• He feels envious and left out.

• He feels confused.

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Evaluate the details in the story to determine the key idea about generosity.

• Generosity is only important during holidays.

• Generosity can lead to new friendships.

• Generosity is not necessary for happiness.

• Generosity is a sign of weakness.

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Analyze how Jeremy's decision to give the shoes to Antonio affects their relationship.

• It causes a fight between them.

• It strengthens their friendship.

• It makes them stop talking.

• It makes Antonio feel guilty.

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What evidence from the book supports the idea that Jeremy learns a valuable lesson about needs versus wants?

• Jeremy buys a new video game.

• Jeremy decides to wear his old shoes.

• Jeremy gives the shoes to Antonio.

• Jeremy asks for a new pair of shoes for his birthday.

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Explain how the sequence of events in "Those Shoes" leads to the resolution of the story.

• Jeremy moves to a new city.

• Jeremy gets a job to buy the shoes.

• Jeremy realizes the importance of friendship over material things.

• Jeremy wins a contest to get the shoes.

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What role does Jeremy's grandmother play in the story?

• She buys Jeremy the shoes he wants.

• She teaches Jeremy about budgeting.

• She supports Jeremy's decision to give the shoes to Antonio.

• She discourages Jeremy from making friends.

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How does the setting of Jeremy's home influence his understanding of family values?

• It is where he learns to cook.

• It is where he learns the importance of sharing and caring.

• It is where he practices sports.

• It is where he studies for school.

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