Exploring Chapter 1 of Wish

Who is the main character introduced in Chapter 1 of "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor?

• Charlie Reese

• Howard Odom

• Bertha Reese

• Gus Reese

What is the name of the town where Charlie moves at the beginning of the story?

• Raleigh

• Colby

• Asheville

• Charlotte

Who does Charlie go to live with in Chapter 1?

• Her grandparents

• Her aunt and uncle

• Her teacher

• Her best friend

What is the initial conflict that Charlie faces in Chapter 1?

• She lost her pet

• She moved to a new town away from her family

• She failed a test

• She got into a fight at school

Which theme is introduced in Chapter 1 of "Wish"?

• The importance of friendship

• The value of honesty

• The feeling of belonging

• The excitement of adventure

What is the relationship between Bertha and Gus to Charlie?

• They are her parents

• They are her aunt and uncle

• They are her neighbors

• They are her teachers

Based on Chapter 1, how does Charlie feel about moving to Colby? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

• She is excited and happy

• She is nervous but hopeful

• She is upset and feels out of place

• She is indifferent

How does the author use the setting in Chapter 1 to reflect Charlie’s emotions?

• The bright and lively town makes Charlie feel at home

• The unfamiliar and quiet town mirrors Charlie’s loneliness

• The busy city life excites Charlie

• The setting is not described in Chapter 1

What evidence from Chapter 1 suggests that Charlie has trouble trusting others?

• She immediately makes new friends

• She keeps her wish a secret and avoids talking to people

• She tells everyone about her problems

• She asks for help from her aunt and uncle

Analyze the relationship between Charlie and her aunt and uncle in Chapter 1. What clues does the author give about how Charlie feels about them?

• Charlie feels comfortable and close to them right away

• Charlie is distant and unsure, as shown by her quietness and reluctance to open up

• Charlie is angry and argues with them constantly

• Charlie ignores them completely