A Reluctant Rodeo Queen by Vernice Walker

The story follows a young girl's journey to becoming a rodeo queen, despite her initial reluctance and fear. Her father builds a rodeo ground and chooses her to represent their community club. Through practice and support from her cousin, she overcomes her fear and successfully rides a wild horse, gaining confidence and proving her capabilities.

What was the narrator's initial reaction to the word 'rodeo'?

• She confidently pronounced it.

• She was embarrassed by her pronunciation.

• She knew its meaning.

• She ignored the word.

What was the name of the community where the narrator's grandparents lived?

• Bowley

• Summit

• Faith and Hope

• Clearview

What did the narrator's father build on their land?

• A rodeo ground

• A restaurant

• A new house

• A school

Why was the narrator chosen as the rodeo queen?

• Her father wanted her to represent the club.

• She was the only girl in the community.

• She was the best rider.

• She volunteered for the role.

What was the narrator's main concern about being the rodeo queen?

• She didn't like the outfit.

• She was afraid of being teased.

• She didn't have a horse.

• She was too young.

How did the narrator's father try to prepare her for the rodeo?

• He practiced with her every day.

• He hired a professional trainer.

• He bought her a new horse.

• He enlisted her cousin Kevin to help.

What was the narrator's final realization during the rodeo event?

• She preferred watching the rodeo.

• She could ride the horse on her own.

• She needed more practice.

• She didn't want to be a queen.

What did the narrator's cousin Kevin do during the rodeo event?

• He cheered from the stands.

• He left her to ride alone.

• He fell off the horse.

• He rode with her the entire time.

How did the narrator feel after successfully riding the horse?

• Disappointed

• Relieved

• Indifferent

• Angry

What was the narrator's father's reaction at the end of the rodeo?

• He was proud.

• He was worried.

• He was upset.

• He was indifferent.