Running Rival

On page 404, how does the image of the fence help you understand Amy and Madison’s relationship?

• The image helps show that they are on different teams and are rivals.

• The image shows that Amy is too scared to climb over the fence.

• The image shows that Amy and Madison are on the same team.

• The image shows that they are best friends.

The story says that Amy and Madison are running neck and neck before Madison pulls ahead. What does neck and neck mean?

• around the track

• about the same size

• right beside each other

• far behind the other girls

The setting of the story is mainly at _____________.

• the soccer field

• the running track

• the swimming pool

• the beach

What is the genre of Running Rivals?

• Poetry

• Realistic Fiction

• Science Fiction

• Non-Fiction

What is Amy's conflict in the story so far?

• Amy is scared of Natalie because she is new to track.

• Amy and Madison are rivals and are going to compete in a meet.

• Amy is injured but she has an important race coming up against Madison.

• Madison is better than Amy and is telling her that she she is bad.

Why is she disappointed but proud

• She is disappointed that she won but proud she won

• She is disappointed she lost, but proud she improved her time

• She is disappointed she lost, but proud she quit

• She is disappointed she lost, but proud she beat Madison.

What is the main theme of 'Running Rival'?

• Friendship and competition

• Love and betrayal

• Mystery and suspense

• Adventure and discovery

In 'Running Rival', what does the phrase 'running neck and neck' imply?

• Running in opposite directions

• Running at the same speed

• Running with a limp

• Running away from each other

Which literary device is predominantly used in 'Running Rival' to describe the race?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Alliteration

• Personification

What is the setting of 'Running Rival'?

• A basketball court

• A running track

• A swimming pool

• A tennis court