Ungifted ch. 3

Which sentence best shows Donovan’s fear of getting caught?

• “Gifted, I said a little louder, as if trying it on for size.”

• “Each time the phone rang, I was convinced it was Schultz, calling to rat me out to Mom and Dad.”

• “Beatrice likes you!” Katie said in an awed whisper.

• “I almost spilled the beans.”

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CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

Which statement expresses a central idea of Chapter 3?

• People can control how others view them through careful planning.

• Being honest is always the best policy.

• Mistakes can lead to unexpected opportunities.

• Family always supports one another.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

How does Donovan’s decision to keep quiet about the mix-up contribute to the plot?

• It resolves the main conflict of the novel.

• It shifts the setting to a new location for the next part of the story.

• It introduces a new character who will help him.

• It ends his relationship with his family.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What inference can be made about Donovan based on his reaction to the letter?

• He enjoys challenges and wants to prove himself academically.

• He is afraid Schultz will follow through with a punishment.

• He values honesty over personal gain.

• He does not care about his parents’ opinion.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Which detail best supports the theme that fear of consequences can influence decisions?

• Donovan hand-feeding Beatrice.

• Donovan recalling that Schultz had his name written down.

• Donovan remembering the day of “The Incident.”

• Donovan feeling proud when his parents are happy.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2