Character Decisions and Expressions in Literature

The video covers Chapter Four of 'Fourth Grade Rats', where Joey tries to convince Morgan to embrace being a 'rat' and rebel against his mom. Morgan reflects on his first day of school and the pressure to grow up, while his family teases him at dinner. The chapter ends with Morgan contemplating his childhood and the influence of Joey's advice.

What is Joey trying to convince Suds to do in Chapter 3?

• Rebel against his mom

• Be more obedient to his mom

• Join a sports team

• Study harder in school

What does having a 'poker face' mean?

• Being a good liar

• Having a serious expression

• Being good at playing cards

• Hiding your emotions well

How does Suds' mom try to comfort him after his first day of school?

• By making his favorite meal

• By taking him to the park

• By buying him a toy

• By giving him a bath

What does Suds reflect on while in the bath?

• His favorite toys and memories

• His future career

• His school grades

• His friends

How does Suds' sister, Amy, tease him at the dinner table?

• By calling him a 'rat'

• By hiding his toys

• By eating his dessert

• By ignoring him

What decision does Suds make at the end of the chapter?

• To not fully obey his mom

• To ignore Joey's advice

• To apologize to his sister

• To fully obey his mom