Exploring Chapter 19 of Out of My Mind

Who helped Melody study after school every day?

• Her mom

• Mrs. V

• Catherine

• Her dad

What does Melody say to people who are genuinely concerned about her condition?

• I have a headache.

• I am just tired.

• I have bilateral quadriplegia, also known as cerebral palsy.

• I have a cold.

What witty retort does Melody have for people like Claire and Molly?

• Mind your own business.

• I am smarter than you.

• We all have disabilities, what's yours?

• I don't care what you think.

What does Mrs. V compare Melody to during their conversation on the porch?

• A flower

• A cloud

• A bird

• A tree

What does Melody's sister Penny wear on her head?

• A yellow sunhat

• A green beanie

• A red cap

• A blue straw hat

What does Melody's mom call Penny when she stuffs a whole cookie in her mouth?

• Little Sweet Tooth

• Little Penny Pig

• Little Cookie Monster

• Little Cookie Face

What continent produces the largest crop of cacao beans?

• Asia

• North America

• South America

• Africa

Which state produces the most milk?

• New York

• California

• Texas

• Wisconsin

What does Melody's dad say he always wanted when Penny rubs chocolate on his shirt?

• A new car

• A chocolate-covered shirt

• A new job

• A clean house

What does Melody's dad believe she will do in the competition?

• Ace the test and make the quiz team

• Do okay

• Fail

• Not participate