Rules by Cynthia Lord – Chapters 1–10

Who is the narrator of Rules?

• A. Kristi

• B. Catherine

• C. Melissa

• D. Ryan

What is the name of Catherine’s brother?

• A. Jason

• B. Ryan

• C. David

• D. Greg

Why does Catherine make rules for David?

• To help him learn how to behave

• To make fun of him

• Because her parents asked her to

• For a school project

What is one of the first rules mentioned in the book?

• Always raise your hand

• Say “thank you”

• If the bathroom door is closed, knock!

• Don’t talk to strangers

What is David’s favorite book series?

• Frog and Toad

• Curious George

• Thomas the Tank Engine

• Magic Tree House

Why does Catherine feel embarrassed when David acts out in public?

• A. She doesn’t like attention

• B. She thinks people will make fun of him

• C. She wishes he were older

• D. She is scared he will get hurt

Where does Catherine meet Jason?

• At school

• At the grocery store

• At the video store

• At David’s therapy clinic

What does Jason use to communicate?

• A chalkboard

• A computer

• Word cards and gestures

• Sign language

Why does Catherine draw new words for Jason?

• To help him speak better

• To be kind and helpful

• To teach him grammar

• Because she is bored

Who moves in next door to Catherine?

• Jason and his family

• Her grandmother

• A girl named Kristi

• A new teacher