Mary Lou's Summer Journal Reflections

Mary Lou Finney shares her summer journal, detailing her family life, school experiences, and social interactions. She struggles to understand what a journal is and reflects on her relationships and observations. The narrative provides insight into her thoughts and feelings during the summer.

What is Mary Lou's main request regarding her summer journal?

• She wants it to be published.

• She wants it to be read by everyone.

• She doesn't want it to be read.

• She wants it to be graded.

Why is Mary Lou confused about writing a journal?

• She doesn't know how to write.

• She doesn't understand what a journal is.

• She doesn't have a pen.

• She doesn't have time.

What is Mary Lou's father's profession?

• Geologist

• Teacher

• Doctor

• Engineer

How does Mary Lou describe her sister Maggie?

• Boy crazy and fingernail painting

• Quiet and serious

• Loves sports

• Messy eater

What does Mary Lou think about Alex Chibi initially?

• He is boring.

• He is a jerk.

• He is cute and athletic.

• He is unfriendly.

Why does Mary Lou feel sad about school ending?

• She will miss her teachers.

• She will miss her friends.

• She doesn't like summer.

• She has to do chores.

What is the routine Mary Lou and Beth Ann follow after school?

• They go to the park.

• They visit Beth Ann's house.

• They go shopping.

• They do homework together.

What surprises Mary Lou about Beth Ann's house?

• It is always clean.

• It is always messy.

• It is always noisy.

• It is always dark.

What does Mary Lou find unusual about Alex Chibi's presence in her neighborhood?

• He is looking for her.

• He is visiting a friend.

• He lives nearby.

• He is lost.

How does Mary Lou feel about not being invited to Christy's party?

• Relieved

• Indifferent

• Sad

• Angry