Understanding Diamond's Perspectives and Comparisons

Diamond Daniel is a smart young girl who initially keeps her intelligence a secret due to her mother's advice. At her new school, she struggles to make friends and encounters a new student named Free. Despite initial rudeness, Diamond tries to befriend him. She finds solace in math, which she loves for its consistency, contrasting with her feelings of loneliness and the changes in her life after her parents' divorce.

What is Diamond Daniel described as in the story?

• A shy and quiet girl

• A rebellious and mischievous girl

• An extraordinary and super smart girl

• A popular and outgoing girl

Why did Diamond's mother want her to keep her intelligence a secret?

• She wanted to surprise everyone later

• She was afraid of jealousy from others

• She considered it a family secret

• She thought it would make Diamond arrogant

What does Diamond's mom say about her intelligence?

• It's a family secret

• It's a burden

• It's a gift to share

• It's a curse

What does Diamond's mom do that ends the secret about her intelligence?

• She tells someone on the phone

• She writes a letter

• She posts it online

• She announces it at school

How did Diamond feel about not having a best friend at her new school?

• She was relieved

• She was confused

• She was sad

• She was indifferent

What was Free's reaction when Diamond invited him to sit with her at lunch?

• He thanked her and joined

• He ignored her

• He rudely declined

• He laughed at her

What does Diamond think about Free's behavior when he first arrives?

• He is very shy

• He is very friendly

• He is very rude

• He is very polite

What does Diamond do when Free declines her lunch invitation?

• She goes to lunch without him

• She gets upset

• She insists he joins

• She ignores him

What does Diamond think about Free's head?

• It's very small

• It's very big

• It's very messy

• It's covered with tight brown braids

What subject does Diamond find comforting and reliable?

• English

• History

• Math

• Science