Out of My Mind Questions

What is significant about the story of Ollie the fish? How does Ollie’s life mirror Melody’s?

• Ollie has no significance in the story. He is completely free, unlike Melody.

• Ollie has no significance in the story. However, he is trapped, just like Melody.

• Ollie is very significant in the story, however he is completely free, unlike Melody.

• Ollie is very signifcant in the story, and he is completely trapped, just like Melody.

Select the following option that describe Melody’s feelings when she is unable to tell her mother what really happened with Ollie.

• Melody was angry because she couldn't communicate with her mom.

• Melody was happy because her mom saved Ollie.

• Melody was happy because Ollie was trapped in his bowl.

• Melody was angry because her mom killed Ollie.

How does Melody’s computer change her life, her outlook on life, and her potential?

• Melody's life has not changed.

• Melody can finally communicate with those around her. Melody is much happier and can participate in class.

• Melody can finally communicate with those around her. Melody still cannot participate in class.

• Melody has no potential because she can't communicate with anyone.

Why does Melody name the Medi-Talker Elvira?

• It is her sister's name.

• It is her mom's name.

• It is her favorite song.

• It is her favorite poem.

Why was Rose shocked at the end of chapter 25?

• She didn't like the fact that Claire lied

• She was mad at her Mom for not brigning pizza

• She thought Connor was going to ask her out

• She was embarassed by Melody's tornado explosion.

How would the story be different if it was told in third person?

• We would still be able to explore Melody's life closely.

• The story would not be able to focus so much on Melody.

• The story would be the same, with Melody being the narrator.

• The story would not be able to explore Melody's life as closely.

If the story was told from the perspective of Melody's parents...

• we would still know all the thoughts inside Melody's head.

• we would not know all the thoughts inside Melody's head.

Describe Mrs. V. What role does she play in Melody’s development? Why is she a necessary addition to Melody’s life?

• Mrs. V is an unimportant character in Melody's life. She is not necessary in Melody's success.

• Mrs. V has taught Melody many useful things in life.

• Mrs. V helps Melody that you can succeed with a little hope.

• Mrs. V assists Melody when her parents are at work.

What does mom show Melody when she comes into Melody's bedroom 1st thing in the morning?

• their plane tickets

• a newspaper

• Mr.Dimming's email

• the video of the Quiz Show

Who gives Melody a pep talk at the end of the chapter when Melody tries to share her belief that the kids are uncomfortable with her on the team?

• Mom

• Mr. Dimming

• Catherine

• Mrs. V