WorksheetsSkin I'm In Chapter 1 & 2
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 11mins
What is a conflict in The Skin I'm In?
Maleeka's size bothers John-John
Maleeka lacks confidence in herself.
Maleeka and Tai argue frequently in school.
Maleeka and her mother.
Possible theme for the novel, The Skin I'm In.
Rushing into any situation without thinking can result in some negative outcomes.
If you want people to respect you and treat you right, then you have to respect yourself by standing up for yourself.
Some people might seem to be your friend, but you have to look at their intentions first.
Look to those with experience for advice and not those who lack knowledge and know-how.
What is Maleeka looking for at school?
A good friend in Caleb.
To fit in and be accepted.
A good teacher to rely on for advice.
For Desde to help her with her Math homework
What is the name of the new teacher at school?
Mr. Edwards
Mrs. Washington
Mr. Saunders
Miss Saunders
Why does the boy tease Maleeka?
Her skin is too dark
She is short
Her hair is red
She can not do Math
True or False?
Maleeka is a whiz at Math?
True
False
What is significant about Miss Saunders?
She can sing
She has a big white scar on her face
She can dance
She has a red mark on her forehead
Who makes Maleeka's clothes?
Her grandmother
Her teacher
Her mother
Charlese
What subject does Miss Saunders teach?
Art
Social Studies
English
Math
Who is the protagonist in "The Skin I'm In" ?
Maleeka Madison
Miss Saunders
John-John McIntyre
Charlese Jones
What is the name of the middle school Maleeka attends?
Syms Middle School
McClenton Middle
Xavier Middle School
MLK Middle
Why is Maleeka friends with Charlese?
Because she genuinely likes her
She thinks Charlese is a good role model
Her mother told her to be friends with her
She wanted people to stop picking on her.
Why doesn't Maleeka like Miss Saunders?
Miss Saunders is mean to her
Miss Saunders is picking on her
Miss Saunders is prettier than her
She feels they are both freaks and she will cause more attention
Pick two options: What is the agreement Maleeka and Charlese have?
Maleeka will do Charlese's homework
Charlese will bring Maleeka food
Maleeka won't talk to Caleb for Char
Charlese will give Maleeka clothes
