Eleven Quiz

What does Rachel mean when she says, "when you’re eleven, you’re also ten, and nine, and eight...?"

• She believes she is actually many different ages at the same time.

• She feels that her past experiences and emotions from previous years are still a part of her.

• She doesn’t want to grow up and wishes she could stay younger forever.

• She is confused about how aging works.

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Why does Rachel feel embarrassed in front of the class?

• She is given a birthday present she doesn’t like.

• She trips and falls in front of everyone.

• She is forced to wear a sweater that isn’t hers and cries in front of the class.

• She forgets the answer to a math problem.

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Mrs. Price reacts when Rachel insists the sweater isn’t hers by (a)  

• She believes Rachel and apologizes.
• She ignores Rachel and moves on wit
• She forces Rachel to put on the swe
• She asks other students to confirm

What does the red sweater symbolize in the story?

• Rachel’s favorite childhood memory

• The burden of feeling powerless and unheard

• A special birthday gift from her mother

• A symbol of warmth and comfort

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Why does Rachel wish she was one hundred and two years old?

• She thinks being older means knowing what to say in difficult situations.

• She wants to skip school and avoid embarrassing moments.

• She is excited to celebrate her birthday as an adult.

• She believes old age means people respect you more.

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Which sentence best supports the central idea that growing up doesn’t happen instantly?

• Rachel feels like she is many ages at once.

• Rachel wishes she was older to avoid embarrassment.

• Rachel is forced to wear a sweater that isn’t hers.

• Rachel’s teacher doesn’t believe her.

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Match the following descriptions with how the author uses the red sweater to develop the story’s central idea.

• The sweater is described as unattractive but provides a sense of security.

• It shows how unfair teachers can be to their students.

• Rachel feels trapped and unable to voice her true feelings.

• It highlights that Rachel doesn’t like to wear other people’s clothes.

• The teacher wrongly accuses Rachel of owning the sweater.

• It represents Rachel’s struggle to express herself and how she feels powerless in the situation.

• Rachel is uncomfortable wearing something that isn't hers.

• It symbolizes warmth and comfort despite being ugly.

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Which theme is best demonstrated in the story?

• Identity is shaped by past experiences and emotions.

• Teachers should always listen to their students.

• Birthdays should always be happy and perfect.

• People should never cry in front of others.

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Match the following scenarios with the emotions they represent from childhood that stay with us as we grow.

• Feeling embarrassed and crying like a child.

• Rachel enjoys her party at home and forgets about the sweater incident.

• Feeling grown-up and joyful on a special day.

• Rachel stands up to Mrs. Price and refuses to wear the sweater.

• Asserting oneself and standing up to authority.

• Rachel describes how she still feels the emotions of her younger self, like crying when she is embarrassed.

• Letting go of negative experiences and enjoying the moment.

• Rachel is happy on her birthday and feels completely grown-up.

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Rachel learns that (a)   by the end of the story.

• Sometimes people don’t listen, and
• Growing up means never showing emot
• Teachers are always right, even whe
• It’s better to stay quiet and accep

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