Ms. Bixby's Last Day - Comprehension Quiz

What is Ms. Bixby’s “last day” referring to?

• The last day of school before summer break

• Her last day teaching before moving to another school

• Her last day teaching before undergoing cancer treatment

• A surprise party the class planned for her

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Who are the three main characters in the novel?

• Topher, Brand, and Steve

• Alex, Will, and Josh

• Ms. Bixby, Mr. Masters, and Ms. Hooper

• Sarah, Emily, and Mia

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What makes Ms. Bixby different from other teachers?

• She is very strict and gives a lot of homework

• She makes learning fun and connects with her students personally

• She teaches only art and music

• She only talks to students who get good grades

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Why do Topher, Brand, and Steve decide to skip school?

• They want to buy Ms. Bixby a special gift

• They want to visit Ms. Bixby in the hospital

• They want to get revenge on a mean substitute teacher

• They are trying to find a way to get out of a big test

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Which of the following is NOT something Ms. Bixby tells her students?

• “You all have stories to tell.”

• “Sometimes you don’t realize the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.”

• “There is a difference between good teachers and great teachers.”

• “Life is all about the choices we make.”

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What is one of Topher’s biggest struggles?

• Feeling unnoticed at home

• Not being good at math

• Wanting to be popular at school

• Having too many responsibilities

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Why is Brand hesitant to open up to others?

• His dad left, and he doesn’t trust people easily

• He doesn’t think anyone cares about him

• He wants to be the leader of the group

• He is afraid of being made fun of

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How does Steve change throughout the novel?

• He learns that school success isn’t the only important thing in life

• He becomes the most popular kid in school

• He realizes he wants to be a doctor when he grows up

• He decides to stop being friends with Topher and Brand

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Where do the boys go to buy Ms. Bixby’s favorite treat?

• The hospital gift shop

• A fancy bakery

• A grocery store

• A candy shop

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What is one reason the boys' plan does NOT go smoothly?

• They don’t have enough money for the treat

• The bakery is closed

• They get caught skipping school

• They forget what they were supposed to buy

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