The Boy at the Back of the Class Quiz

Who is the main character in "The Boy at the Back of the Class"?

• Ahmet

• Tom

• Josie

• Michael

What is the primary setting of the story?

• A small village in Canada

• A school in London

• A park in Paris

• A beach in Australia

What event causes the main character to become the centre of attention in the class?

• Winning a sports competition

• Being a new student from Syria

• Getting the highest marks in a test

• Organising a school play

Which of the following best describes the theme of friendship in the book?

• Friendship is only important in childhood.

• True friendship can overcome any obstacle.

• Friends are only necessary when you are in trouble.

• Friendship is not as important as family.

What motivates the narrator to befriend Ahmet?

• To win a prize for being friendly

• To learn more about Syria

• To help him feel welcome and included

• To improve their own popularity

Summarise the key event that leads to the children planning a special mission.

• They want to find a hidden treasure.

• They want to help Ahmet find his family.

• They want to organise a school dance.

• They want to win a school competition.

What inference can be made about the children's understanding of the refugee crisis?

• They are indifferent to it.

• They are confused and uninterested.

• They are curious and empathetic.

• They are scared and avoidant.

How do the children plan to help Ahmet find his family?

• By writing a letter to the Queen

• By organising a fundraiser

• By creating a social media campaign

• By asking their teacher for help

What is the significance of the pomegranate in the story?

• It is Ahmet's favourite fruit.

• It symbolises Ahmet's connection to his homeland.

• It is used as a reward in class.

• It is a gift from the teacher.

Predict what might happen if the children’s plan to help Ahmet is successful.

• Ahmet will become the class president.

• Ahmet will be reunited with his family.

• Ahmet will move to another school.

• Ahmet will win a scholarship.