Learning Differences and Chess Concepts

Ally is introduced to chess by Mr. Daniels, who explains the game and its pieces. Ally enjoys learning and playing chess, finding it easier than expected. Mr. Daniels later discusses Ally's dyslexia, explaining that it affects reading but not intelligence. He offers to help her improve her reading skills using different learning methods.

Who is the author of 'Fish in a Tree'?

• Suzanne Collins

• J.K. Rowling

• Linda Mullally Hunt

• Rick Riordan

How does Ally describe the tests given by Miss Kessler?

• Like puzzles and games

• Confusing

• Boring

• Difficult

What game does Mr. Daniels introduce to Ally?

• Checkers

• Monopoly

• Scrabble

• Chess

Which chess piece is the most powerful according to Mr. Daniels?

• King

• Queen

• Bishop

• Knight

What is a 'fork' in chess?

• A move that sacrifices a piece

• A move that ends the game

• A move that traps two pieces

• A move that captures the king

What learning difficulty does Ally have?

• Dysgraphia

• Autism

• ADHD

• Dyslexia

How does Mr. Daniels explain learning differences to Ally?

• Using a math problem

• With a bike ride analogy

• Through a story

• With a song

What unique method does Mr. Daniels use to help Ally learn?

• Drawing on a chalkboard

• Writing in shaving cream

• Writing in sand

• Using flashcards