Raymond's Run

Both Squeaky and Gretchen turn out to be talented runners and even smile at each other

after the race as a sign of mutual respect. What part of the plot does this statement describe?

• conflict

• resolution

• falling action

After Squeaky and Gretchen compete to win the May Day race, the announcers hesitate in calling out the winners. What part of the plot does this describe?

•  the resolution

•  the conflict

• the rising action

• the climax

How does Squeaky feel about her brother Raymond?

• Squeaky loves him.

• He embarrasses her. 

• Squeaky hates him.

• She feels sorry for him.

When Mr. Pearson says to Squeaky, "Wouldn't it be a nice gesture if you were...to ahh...", what was he suggesting Squeaky do?

• lose on purpose

• run her fastest

• enter her brother in the race

• drop out of the race

At the end of the story, what are Sqeaky's "new plans"?

• She is going to train harder so that she can finally beat Gretchen.

• She is going to learn how to play the piano.

• She is going to help to train Raymond.

• She is going to lose the next race so that Gretchen can win.

The author of "Raymond's Run" is . . .

• Langston Hughes

• Toni Cade Bambara

• Lois Lowry

• Piri Thomas

Where does Squeaky get her nickname in Raymond's Run?

• She has a squeaky voice

• Her sneakers squeak

• The doors on her house squeak

What is the main theme of 'Raymond's Run'?

• A) Competition and personal growth

• B) Friendship and betrayal

• C) Love and sacrifice

• D) Mystery and suspense

Who is the protagonist in 'Raymond's Run'?

• A) Gretchen

• B) Raymond

• C) Squeaky

• D) Mr. Pearson

What does Squeaky learn about herself by the end of 'Raymond's Run'?

• A) She is the fastest runner in the world

• B) She values her brother's abilities

• C) She wants to quit running

• D) She dislikes competition