The Fourteenth Goldfish

Which BEST describes how Melvin feels about his discovery?

• Defensive

• Proud

• Shocked

• Indifferent

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

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CCSS.RL.8.6

Why did Ellie's mom keep replacing the goldfish at the beginning of the novel?

• Starlily said they had to

• why not?

• she wanted to protect Ellie from grief

• she just really likes goldfish

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Who is the author of The Fourteenth Goldfish?

• J.K. Rowling

• Cassandra Clair

• Lynda Hunt

• Jennifer Holm

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What is the main theme of 'The Fourteenth Goldfish'?

• A) The importance of family

• B) The pursuit of scientific knowledge

• C) The challenges of growing up

• D) The value of friendship

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which character in 'The Fourteenth Goldfish' is a scientist?

• A) Ellie

• B) Ellie's mom

• C) Melvin

• D) Raj

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What scientific concept is central to the plot of 'The Fourteenth Goldfish'?

• A) Cloning

• B) Immortality

• C) Time travel

• D) Genetic engineering

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

How does Ellie feel about her grandfather's transformation in 'The Fourteenth Goldfish'?

• A) Excited

• B) Confused

• C) Embarrassed

• D) Curious

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does the goldfish symbolize in 'The Fourteenth Goldfish'?

• A) Change and growth

• B) Wealth and prosperity

• C) Longevity and wisdom

• D) Mystery and intrigue

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

In 'The Fourteenth Goldfish', what does Melvin believe about aging?

• A) It's a natural process

• B) It can be reversed

• C) It should be celebrated

• D) It is inevitable

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What role does Raj play in 'The Fourteenth Goldfish'?

• A) Ellie's best friend

• B) Ellie's science teacher

• C) Ellie's lab partner

• D) Ellie's neighbor

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6