I'm Not Eating That: Part 1

Which statement best describes Rebekah’s main internal conflict during the sleepover?

• Wondering if she studied enough for a big exam

• Deciding whether to move back to her old town

• Choosing between two classes that meet at the same time

• Wanting to impress new friends versus protecting her comfort

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Identify the motivation behind Carrie and Harriet’s pressure for Rebekah to drink the concoction.

• They enjoy daring games and testing bravery

• They need a science project volunteer

• They think the drink is healthy for digestion

• They want Rebekah to break a school rule

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Which line best reveals Rebekah’s internal monologue?

• “I’m not eating that,” said Rebekah.

• “My parents are hippies,” said Harriet.

• She thought about what led her to this moment.

• “You go first,” said Harriet.

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How do the social dynamics among the girls most affect the plot at the end of the passage?

• A teacher interrupts and stops the game

• A misunderstanding sends Rebekah home early

• A new student replaces Rebekah in the group

• Peer pressure pushes Rebekah to drink despite fear

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How does the author use Rebekah’s internal thoughts to build suspense before the girls drink the strange mixtures?

• By focusing only on Harriet and Carrie’s excitement about the game

• By detailing the ingredients and hinting at her worry about stomach aches

• By showing her eagerness and confidence, reducing any suspense

• By ignoring her feelings and focusing only on the game rules

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In what way does dramatic irony shape the tone of the scene when Rebekah urges the others to drink?

• It shows Rebekah fully understands every consequence of the choice

• It emphasizes the solemn importance of following rules

• It lightens the mood by praising everyone’s bravery

• It creates a sense of foreboding as the concoctions are swallowed

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What tone is created by the phrase “queasy back‑to‑school feeling”?

• Playful and carefree

• Nervous and uneasy

• Hopeful and confident

• Angry and frustrated

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Which detail best reveals JaMarcus’s internal conflict in the scene at Talia’s house?

• He notices the polished marble floors and fancy drapes

• He learns that Talia’s sister Kim is studying medicine

• He remembers Talia giggling with shy confidence at the door

• He worries he can’t impress Talia because of his background

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Which line is an example of figurative language that emphasizes size and luxury?

• “It wasn’t a house… it was a mansion!”

• “Her house was big… really big.”

• “Please come in!”

• “I clenched my core to avoid falling.”

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A flashback occurs in the passage. What purpose does it serve in the narrative’s structure?

• To show why JaMarcus first disliked Talia

• To explain how JaMarcus met Talia and shared goals

• To reveal that JaMarcus has already become a producer

• To describe the decorations in the living room

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