Out of My Mind 25-33 Quiz

1. Based on Claire’s behavior at the interview, the reader can conclude that –

• Claire has grown to really like Melody.
• Claire realizes that she misjudged Melody and feels bad.
• Claire wants to have attention and make herself look good.
• She is overwhelmed by all of the cameras and attention.

2. Why did Melody leave the restaurant hungry?

• She did not like the food.
• She felt embarrassed eating in front of her classmates.
• Her appetite was ruined when Claire got sick.
• The other kids were rude to her.

3. Why was Melody bothered by the newspaper article about the Whiz Kids team with her picture on it?

• She feels that it’s a horrible picture and makes her look bad.
• She thinks the other kids will be upset that all of the attention is on her.
• The information in the article makes her look unintelligent.
• The article talked about her friendship with Claire, which was all a lie.

4. Before heading to the airport, Melody mainly feels -

• excited
• anxious
• skeptical
• concerned

5. Read these sentences from chapter 28. Which definition best matches the way the word furiously is used in the sentences below?

• Definition 1
• Definition 2
• Definition 3
• Definition 4

6. Read the sentence from chapter 28. What does Melody mean by this statement at the end of chapter 28?

• The sun was shinning, but then it started to rain.
• Melody was excited to see the team until she got injured.
• Melody was so angry that she wanted to break something.
• At first, things seem perfect, but they changed for the worse.

7. Why is the change in settings from Melody’s home to the airport important to the plot?

• It causes Penny to get hit by a car.
• It causes Melody to find out bad news about the team.
• It allows Melody to learn that the competition was cancelled.
• It allows Melody to witness the plane take off without her.

8. When Melody and her family come home from the airport, how is Melody feeling?

• Elated that they won the quiz bowl
• Disappointed, but she understood
• Upset, and she went straight to bed and wouldn't even eat
• She was angry and had a tornado explosion.

9. How is Melody’s experience with her goldfish similar to the accident with Penny?

• Both the goldfish and Penny wanted to find their freedom.
• In both incidents, someone was hurt because of Melody’s actions.
• Both accidents cause Melody's mom to become angry with her.
• In both situations, Melody wanted to help buy couldn’t.

10. Which of these is not a major theme in the story?

• Always tell the truth, even when it is difficult.
• Do not underestimate those with disabilities
• Words are powerful.
• People should be respectful of those who are different.