Cactus Chapter 12 and 13

What do Aven and Zion have in common?

• Both are new to the school.

• Both feel like outsiders.

• Both love tarantulas.

• Both are great at soccer.

Where does Zion prefer to sit during lunch?

• The cafeteria.

• The library.

• The courtyard.

• Outside with Aven.

What discovery does Aven make in the Stagecoach Pass museum?

• A hidden diary.

• A mysterious photograph of the Cavanaughs.

• A box of gold.

• A map to a hidden room.

Why does Zion eat lunch in the library?

• He loves reading.

• He feels self-conscious about his weight.

• He’s hiding from bullies.

• It’s quieter than the cafeteria.

How does Connor react to Aven’s friendship with Zion?

• He is supportive.

• He feels jealous.

• He ignores it.

• He tells Aven to stop being friends with Zion.

What is Aven’s reaction to discovering the missing photo in the museum?

• Curiosity.

• Fear.

• Indifference.

• Anger.

What does Aven’s discovery in the museum suggest about the Cavanaughs?

• They were secretive.

• They loved tarantulas.

• They were famous performers.

• They were rich.

Why is Connor hesitant to visit Stagecoach Pass?

• He dislikes Aven.

• He is self-conscious about his Tourette syndrome.

• He’s afraid of llamas.

• He doesn’t like amusement parks.

How does Aven help Connor feel more comfortable with his tics?

• She ignores them completely.

• She jokes about them in a friendly way.

• She gives him advice on how to stop.

• She teaches him how to hide them.

What does Zion’s character add to the story?

• Humor and lightness.

• A shared sense of feeling different.

• Competition for Aven’s friendship.

• A connection to Stagecoach Pass.