Martha's Scholarship Jacket Dilemma

Martha Salinas, a top student at a Texas school, eagerly anticipates receiving the scholarship jacket, a symbol of academic excellence. However, she overhears teachers arguing about awarding it to another student due to political pressure. The principal later informs her of a new $15 fee for the jacket. Martha's grandfather refuses to pay, emphasizing the jacket's symbolic value. Ultimately, the principal makes an exception, allowing Martha to receive the jacket, affirming her hard work and integrity.

What is the significance of the scholarship jacket in Martha's school?

• It is given to the student with the highest grades.

• It is awarded to the best athlete.

• It is a prize for the most popular student.

• It is a reward for perfect attendance.

Why did Martha expect to win the scholarship jacket?

• She was the best athlete in school.

• Her sister had won it before.

• She had been a straight-A student.

• Her father was on the school board.

What prevented Martha from participating in school sports?

• Her grandparents did not allow her.

• She was not athletic enough.

• Her family could not afford the costs.

• She was not interested in sports.

What did Martha overhear her teachers discussing?

• The decision about the scholarship jacket.

• A new student joining the class.

• The new school sports policy.

• Her poor performance in class.

What change did the principal announce regarding the scholarship jacket?

• It would no longer be awarded.

• It would be given to the most popular student.

• It would require a payment of $15.

• It would be awarded to the best athlete.

How did Martha's grandfather respond to the request for $15?

• He suggested asking the principal for a discount.

• He asked Martha to earn the money herself.

• He refused, saying it wouldn't be a scholarship jacket.

• He agreed to pay immediately.

What was the principal's final decision about the scholarship jacket?

• He asked the board to reconsider the policy.

• He made an exception and awarded it to Martha.

• He decided to give it to Joanne.

• He canceled the scholarship jacket program.

How did Martha feel after learning she would receive the jacket?

• Disappointed and sad.

• Overjoyed and relieved.

• Angry and frustrated.

• Indifferent and calm.