Exploring Restart: A Character Quest

Who is the main character in "Restart" by Gordon Korman?

• Brendan Espinoza

• Chase Ambrose

• Shoshanna Weber

• Aaron Hakimian

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What event causes Chase Ambrose to lose his memory?

• A car accident

• Falling off a roof

• A sports injury

• A fight at school

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Summarize the main conflict Chase faces after his accident.

• He struggles to regain his athletic skills.

• He tries to remember his past and understand who he was.

• He wants to win a school competition.

• He needs to make new friends.

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Why does Shoshanna Weber initially dislike Chase?

• He was mean to her brother.

• He stole her project idea.

• He embarrassed her in front of the class.

• He ignored her at a party.

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What motivates Chase to change his behavior after the accident?

• He wants to be popular again.

• He realizes the impact of his past actions.

• He wants to impress his teachers.

• He is forced by his parents.

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Analyze the theme of redemption in "Restart." What message does the author convey?

• People never change.

• Everyone deserves a second chance.

• Hard work leads to success.

• Friendship is the most important thing.

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What inference can be made about Chase's relationship with his old friends after the accident?

• They are supportive and understanding.

• They are confused and distant.

• They are angry and resentful.

• They are indifferent and uninterested.

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Identify the character who helps Chase with the video club project.

• Aaron Hakimian

• Brendan Espinoza

• Shoshanna Weber

• Kimberly Tooley

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Describe how Chase's relationship with his family changes after his memory loss.

• He becomes more distant from them.

• He becomes closer and more appreciative.

• He ignores them completely.

• He argues with them more often.

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What is the significance of the medal Chase finds in his room?

• It represents his athletic achievements.

• It symbolizes his past mistakes.

• It is a clue to his forgotten past.

• It is a gift from his best friend.

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