Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus

What does Connor notice when he enters Aven’s living room?

• Aven’s parents watching TV

• A guitar in the corner

• A picture of Aven and her parents

• A pet llama

Why doesn’t Aven want to play her guitar for Connor?

• She doesn’t have time.

• She feels shy and unprepared.

• The guitar is broken.

• She doesn’t like playing anymore.

What game does Connor want to play?

• A racing game

• A war game

• A puzzle game

• A board game

Why doesn’t Aven let Connor play the war game?

• She doesn’t like war games.

• It’s her dad’s game, and she’s not allowed.

• The game doesn’t work.

• Connor doesn’t know how to play it.

What does Aven learn about Connor’s tics while playing video games?

• They go away when he plays.

• They get worse when he’s stressed or excited.

• They are louder than normal.

• They stop him from playing.

How does Aven’s mom react when she meets Connor?

• She doesn’t understand his tics.

• She’s kind and tries to make him comfortable.

• She is surprised and avoids him.

• She scolds him for his tics.

What does Connor say is the reason he doesn’t want to stay for dinner?

• He’s not hungry.

• He spits when he eats.

• He has to go home early.

• He doesn’t like Aven’s cooking.

What does Aven’s dad wear at the dinner table to make Connor comfortable?

• A raincoat

• Ski goggles

• A chef’s hat

• A scarf

Why doesn’t Connor go to movie theaters?

• He doesn’t like movies.

• People complain about his tics.

• The tickets are too expensive.

• He prefers watching movies at home.

What did Aven’s parents do before adopting her?

• Read about children with disabilities.

• Move to Arizona.

• Build a new home.

• Adopt other children first.