WorksheetsFish in a Tree Final Test
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 2hrs 14mins
The Ally readers meet at the beginning of the novel is very different from the Ally at the book's conclusion. In what ways is she the same, and in what ways has she changed?
Who are Ally's heroes? What have they done or said that stays with her?
Throughout the book, Ally discovers that other students are also struggling. Whom does she encounter that have problems of their own, and how do they deal with their struggles?
Ally and Keisha become friends after meeting each other, and it's a strong friendship that thrives throughout the novel. Why do they get along so well? What does Ally appreciate in Keisha?
Name an activity or discussion that Mr. Daniels brings to the classroom. What does this tell you about his approach in teaching?
How does a "mind movie" relate to some of Ally's talents?
How does Ally learn to respond to the constant onslaught of meanness from Shay? What is their relationship like at the end of the book?
How do Oliver's reactions to Shay at the beginning of the book and the end of the book differ? What are your thoughts about that difference?
What methods does Mr. Daniels use to help Ally tackle dyslexia?
If you could have dinner with any character from the book, whom would you choose? Please give specific reasons why you chose whom you did.
Why is the quotation in Principal Silver's office important? Why is this important for Ally to see?
Draw a Fish in a Tree.
Which character is the most like you? Why?
What does dyslexia make difficult to do?
Makes learning to read difficult
Makes math difficult
Makes hearing difficult
Makes talking difficult
What did Ally say she drew on a blank piece of paper for the sub?
A ghost in a blizzard
A panda in a forrest
A snake on a log
A fish in a tree
At what point of the story is told?
1st person
2-sec person
3rd person
4th
What is the definition of constructive?
helpful
mix
getting smaller by losing air
talk in a quiet voice
What is the definition of illogical?
relating to one's self
revulsion or annoyance
not making sense
unfairness
What is the definition of conclusion?
ending
not making sense
revulsion or annoyance
unfairness
Which is NOT a main theme in Fish in a Tree?
Bravery
Romance
Friendship
Perseverance
What is Albert's nickname?
The Elephant
The Flying Tiger
The Great Pretender
The Baby
What does it mean to have grit?
To try but it's ok to give up
To always try your hardest and failure is ok but keep going.
To run as fast as you can.
To sleep in on Sundays.
Who were famous people that may have also had dyslexia?
(Hint: multiple answer)
Albert Einstein
Queen Elizabeth
Henry Ford
Thomas Edison
Dwayne Johnson "The Rock"
Why did Albert call Ally the "Flying Tiger"?
Ally was really good on the monkey bars at recess.
Ally could make deep growling noises.
Ally had been on a lot of planes in her life.
Ally changed to fit in with her surroundings.
Albert tells Shay he sees letters backwards too. What is significant about those letters?
They are all vowels only.
They are all lowercase.
They are the same forwards and backwards.
They are all letters in his name.
If Albert had an unlimited amount of any object he would want.
Money
Fame
Antibotics
food
What book did Mr. Daniels give Ally and ask her to read it?
Lord of the Flies
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing
Anne of Green Gables
Diary of Ann Frank
The three items on the shirts, Magnesium, Flint, and steel together make_______________.
paper
rock
fire
scissors
Where did Shay have her party?
The museum
Her house
The butterfly garden
The skating rink
What two words did Ally explain the difference between?
Lonely and Afraid
Scared and Afraid
Lonely and Alone
Alone and Scared
What does Mr. Daniels offer Ally in exchange for staying after school to learn chess?
Extra recess
No homework
Bonus points
Free ice cream
What type of class is Mr.Daniels taking?
Special Education
Construction
Principal
Counselor
What does Mr. Daniels have Ally use to practice writing letters? Choose all that apply.
Shaving cream
Sand
Clay
Pencil
What word does Mr. Daniels ask Ally to rip?
irresponsible
incapable
unreliable
impossible
On a Scale of 1-5, 1 being no and 5 being yes, would you read this book again?
1
2
3
4
5
Why is there a pile of friendship bracelets on Shay's desk?
Why did Travis lose his enthusiasm towards the end of the book?
On a scale of 1-5, 1 being no and 5 being yes, would you recommend this book to a friend who hasn't read it?
1
2
3
4
5
How does Jessica change from the beginning of the book to the end?
When was a time you showed grit in your own life?
