Character Reactions and Self-Image

The transcript describes Malika's first encounter with her new teacher, Miss Saunders, who has a unique appearance. Malika feels uneasy about Miss Saunders, who is also teased for her looks. Malika struggles with fitting in at school due to her skin color and homemade clothes. Miss Saunders compliments Malika's skin, which stirs up more teasing from her peers. Malika decides she deserves better treatment and resolves to change her situation, despite the challenges she faces.

What is the protagonist's initial feeling when she first sees Miss Saunders?

• She feels indifferent.

• She feels a sense of danger.

• She feels excited.

• She feels a bad feeling inside.

What is unusual about Miss Saunders' name?

• It is a very common name.

• It is a man's name.

• It is difficult to pronounce.

• It is a very short name.

How does the protagonist describe Miss Saunders' feet?

• They are very large.

• They are very small.

• They are average-sized.

• They are unusually shaped.

What does Miss Saunders have on her face that makes her stand out?

• A birthmark.

• A tattoo.

• A giant white stain.

• A large scar.

What does the protagonist try to do when Miss Saunders approaches her?

• She tries to run away.

• She tries to ignore her.

• She tries to compliment her.

• She tries to ask her a question.

What does Miss Saunders say about the protagonist's skin?

• It is very smooth.

• It is very pale.

• It is like a blue-black sky after rain.

• It is too dark.

How does John John react to Miss Saunders' compliment about the protagonist's skin?

• He makes a teasing song.

• He compliments her too.

• He ignores her.

• He agrees with her.

What is one of the main reasons the protagonist struggles with self-image?

• Her skin color.

• Her height.

• Her hair.

• Her weight.

What does the protagonist do to try to fit in at school?

• She joins a sports team.

• She wears clothes borrowed from a friend.

• She changes her accent.

• She changes her hairstyle.

What happens when the protagonist wears her friend's clothes?

• She feels uncomfortable.

• She feels more confident.

• She gets in trouble.

• She loses them.