Tyler's Inspiration

What does the word despondent mean as it is used in paragraph 1?

• inspired

• prejudiced

• responsive

• discouraged

Approximately how much time passes from the beginning of the reading selection to the end?

• two weeks

• one month

• ten months

• four months

Which sentence from the reading selection introduces the element of tension?

• "Tyler met with Mrs. Carmin in her classroom after school."

• " 'I am worried I cannot complete this assignment well,' he told Mrs. Carmin."

• "Suddenly, he stopped and turned back around."

• " 'Thank you, Mrs. Carmin, for lifting me up when I wanted to give up.' "

Which paragraph gives the LEAST amount of information about Tyler's relationship with Mrs. Carmin?

• paragraph 2

• paragraph 4

• paragraph 11

• paragraph 14

A. How does Tyler consistently respond to Mrs. Carmin's advice?

B. How does Tyler's response affect the outcome of the reading selection?

What do "Bernice's Challenge" and "Tyler's Inspiration" have in common?

• the theme

• the setting

• the conflict

• the antagonist

What do the main characters in "Bernice's Challenge" and "Tyler's Inspiration" have in common?

• Both are students in college.

• Both take the advice of a trusted adult.

• Both write thank-you letter to their mentors.

• Both want to have the same career as their mentors.