The Scholarship Jacket Quiz

Who is the author of 'The Scholarship Jacket'?

• Mark Twain

• Harper Lee

• John Steinbeck

• Marta Salinas

What is the main goal of the protagonist, Martha?

• To travel the world

• To become a teacher

• To earn the scholarship jacket

• To win a sports competition

Why couldn't Martha and her siblings participate in school sports?

• They were not interested in sports

• They were not allowed by their parents

• They lacked the necessary skills

• They couldn't afford the costs

What did Martha overhear her teachers discussing?

• The scholarship jacket decision

• A new school policy

• Her grades in history

• A sports event

What was the reason Mr. Boone wanted Joanne to receive the jacket?

• Joanne had better grades

• Joanne's father was influential

• Joanne was more popular

• Joanne was more athletic

What change in policy did the principal inform Martha about?

• The jacket would be discontinued

• The jacket would be given to all students

• The jacket would require a payment

• The jacket would be awarded twice a year

How did Martha react to the principal's news about the jacket?

• She was relieved

• She was indifferent

• She was shocked and dismayed

• She was excited

What was Martha's grandfather's response to the idea of paying for the jacket?

• He refused to pay

• He suggested a fundraiser

• He agreed to pay

• He asked for a discount

What did the principal ultimately decide regarding the scholarship jacket?

• To give it to Joanne

• To cancel the award

• To award it to Martha without payment

• To hold a vote among students

What quality of Martha is highlighted by her reaction to the teachers' argument?

• Her anger

• Her humor

• Her sensitivity

• Her indifference