Exploring Chapter 21 of Out of My Mind

What was Melody's main challenge in Chapter 20?

• Completing her homework

• Participating in a sports event

• Taking the test for the quiz team

• Making new friends

Why was Melody nervous on Tuesday morning?

• She had a doctor's appointment

• She was meeting new classmates

• She had to take the quiz team test

• She had a presentation

What did Connor boast about after the quiz team test?

• His new shoes

• His high score

• His vacation plans

• His favorite book

How did Mr. Dimming initially feel about Melody's performance on the test?

• He was confident she did well

• He doubted her abilities

• He was excited

• He was indifferent

Why did Melody feel upset when the alternates were announced?

• She wanted to be an alternate

• She didn't understand the results

• She didn't like the alternates

• She thought she failed the test

Who were the first three main team members announced by Mr. Dimming?

• Rodney, Elena, and Amanda

• Connor, Claire, and Rose

• Connor, Molly, and Rodney

• Claire, Rose, and Amanda

What was the reaction of Melody's classmates when she was announced as a team member?

• They all laughed

• They were all indifferent

• Some were supportive, some were skeptical

• They were all supportive

What metaphor does Melody use to describe her feelings about making the quiz team?

• A flood

• A fire

• An earthquake

• A storm

What does Mr. Dimming plan to do regarding Melody's participation in the quiz team?

• Cancel the competition

• Contact the quiz team officials

• Change the team members

• Exclude her from the team

How does Melody feel about the upcoming television coverage?

• Angry

• Bored

• Excited and nervous

• Indifferent