WorksheetsAnd Then, Boom! Quiz
Total questions: 59
Worksheet time: 20mins
What is Joseph’s nickname given by his Grandmum?
Little Oak
Superman
Little Nut
Braveheart
What does Joseph compare his life to?
A rollercoaster
A comic book
A puzzle
A dream
Why does Joseph admire superheroes?
They are strong
They always find a solution
They save others
All of the above
Where do Joseph and his Grandmum live after losing their house?
In a shelter (a place built for protection)
In their car
In a friend's house
In a small apartment
What item makes Joseph feel safe and steady?
(*steady: not changing)
A baseball bat
His mother’s scarf
The house key
A comic book
What is Joseph allergic to?
Nuts
Pollen
Poison ivy
Bees
What does Joseph compare Mom to when she prepares to leave?
A bird flying away
A butterfly
A pilot preparing for takeoff
A runner preparing for a race
How does Joseph react when Mom leaves during her first takeoff?
He runs after the car on her Big Wheel
He goes back inside the house
He starts crying on the porch (*porch: a small area at the entrance to a building)
He asks Mom where she’s going
What sacrifices did Grandmum have to make due to "The Mess with Mom"?
She had to sell the house
She had to leave her job
She had to take care of Joseph's siblings
She had to move to another state
What does Joseph compare his living situation to when staying in the car with his Grandmum?
Being in a fishbowl where everyone can see them
Being trapped in a cave
Being a superhero
Being on a train
Why does Joseph and his Grandmum take extra paper towels from public restrooms?
They are running a business
Food stamps don’t cover paper products.
They like collecting paper towels
They are preparing for an emergency
How does Joseph feel about lying to his friends about his living situation?
Proud, thinking his friends didn’t need to know the truth
Guilty, but amazed how easily he can hide the truth
Angry, feeling it was unfair
Relaxed, feeling he was right to lie
Who helps Joseph find a new place to live?
His mother
His teacher
Nick
Hakeem
What does Nick do that helps Joseph and his Grandmum?
He offers them food
He finds them a mobile home to live in
He gives them money
He buys them new clothes
What does Uncle Frankie offer to help with when Grandmum and Joseph move in?
He gives them furniture for free
He helps them pay the rent
He gives them a car
He repairs their house
To what did Joseph compare his grandmother's arm?
Captain America's shield
A superhero
A warm blanket
A healthy tree
What does the baseball bat near the front door represent?
A toy for children
A home security system
A sports souvenirs
A decoration
What does Joseph find in the pine trees between the park and the houses?
A playground
A place to feel safe and be alone
A hidden cabin
A garden
What does Joseph's Grandmum plan to do with the yard at the new home?
Build a playground
Grow a garden with vegetables
Raise animals
Add a swimming pool
What does the teacher do to help students who receive free meals?
She changes the system so they don’t have to announce it
She gives them extra food
She talks to their parents
She brings them lunch from home
What does the "reticulated python" mean in the poem?
Poverty and it's really hard for their lives
A real snake in their garden
A friend who betrayed them
The school’s strict rules
What does Uncle Frankie bring to the Joseph's house?
A new bed
An old porch glider
A dining table
A television
Why does Joseph refer to the car’s exhaust sounds as "happy farts"?
Because it makes him laugh
Because it means Grandmum is coming home
Because the car is broken
Because it reminds him of a joke
Where do Grandmum and Joseph go for supper?
(*supper: last meal of the day)
A restaurant
A soup kitchen
A friend’s house
A fast food restaurant
What does Joseph's Grandmum say about the oak tree outside their home?
It reminds her of England
Oaks are strong, like their family
It needs to be cut down
It is very old
What does Grandmum encourage Joseph to do when looking at the glow-in-the-dark stars?
Make wishes and dream
Study the stars
Clean the ceiling
Paint over the stars
What does Joseph wish for while looking at the stars?
To be a famous chef
To be a professional basketball player
To move to a bigger house
To travel the world
How does Joseph describe his feelings after Grandmum’s death?
He feels cold and empty
He feels angry and betrayed
He feels relieved
He feels hopeful
What does Joseph do to release his emotions after Grandmum’s death?
He screams in the pine trees
He runs away from home
He cries silently in his room
He talks to his friends
What does Uncle Frankie invite the kids to do?
Go to a fishing event at the lake
Help him build something
Play basketball
Go hiking
What happens to The Fishbowl in the poem "Losing More of Grandmum"?
It is sold for scrap
It is stolen
It is given away
It is fixed
How does Joseph describe his relationship with Mom in "The Balloon"?
Like a balloon flying away
Like a strong bond
Like a storm
Like a friendship
What does Joseph say learning to take care of others is like?
Cooking
Playing basketball
Playing an instrument
Driving
What does Joseph discover when he enters Mom’s room?
Mom has left
Mom is still sleeping
Mom is packing her things
Mom is crying
What does the "balloon" mean in the poem?
Joseph’s feeling of being alone
Joseph’s dreams
Joseph’s freedom
Joseph’s connection with Mom
Why does Joseph feel like he needs to "zip his Mom's lips"?
To avoid getting Mom in trouble
To stop herself from saying something hurtful
To keep a secret from her friends
To avoid being punished
What does Joseph do to keep himseft busy after Mom leaves?
Cleans the house
Reads books
Watches TV
Plays basketball
What does Joseph call the scent he keeps of Grandmum’s quilt?
(*quilt: bedcovering)
"Grandmum in a bag"
"Memories in a blanket"
"The scent of home"
"Grandmum’s gift"
What does Joseph find inside the cardboard box?
One puppy
Two puppies
Food for the dogs
Two cats
How does Joseph carry the puppies home?
In a box
In a backpack
In his shirt, like a pouch
In his hands
Who knocks on the door and offers help to Joseph?
Mrs. Swan
Uncle Frankie
Nick
Hakeem
What funny thing happens to Joseph during Mrs. Swan’s class?
His jeans rip and show his underwear
He falls out of his chair
He says something silly
His shoes fall apart
What does Mrs. Swan create to help students who need clothes?
A store in the school
A clothes donation program
A clothes closet for students to choose from
A sewing class
What does Joseph receive from Hakeem after dinner?
A gift card
Leftover food and soap
Money
A new book
What does Joseph do with Grandmum’s photo?
He keeps it in his room
He sells it at the garage sale
He puts it in a folder for safekeeping
He gives it to Uncle Frankie
What does Nick ask Joseph to do while he is away?
Take care of the Luckies
Watch over his mom
Water his garden
Feed his cat
What plan does Joseph have to get food from "The Gathering Spot"?
He plans to buy food
He decides to take food they throw away
He plans to steal food
He decides to ask for food
What does Joseph struggle with when talking to Uncle Frankie?
Telling the truth about his mom
Asking for food
Explaining why he is hungry
Asking for help with the Luckies
What weather event makes Joseph and the Luckies nervous?
A tornado
A thunderstorm
Heavy snow
A heatwave
What does Joe think about when he learns he’s now a foster kid?
He doesn’t care
He is happy about it
He wonders if the Luckies can come with him
He is angry
Who does Joe speak to for therapy?
Mrs. Swan
Dr. Sisskind
Bashirah
Amy
Who inspires Joe to give back to others?
Nick
Hakeem
Uncle Frankie
Mrs. Swan
What does Joe want to build to give back to the community?
A school library
A playground
A Little Free Pantry
A shelter for animals
What words are painted on the door of the pantry?
"In memory of Grandmum"
"For the community"
"Help those in need"
"Donated by Joe"
What does Joe realize about superheroes?
They can do everything by themselves
They don't need help
Even superheroes need help
They never fail
How does Joe describe his contribution with the Little Free Pantry?
Planting tiny seeds of hope
Building a foundation for the future
A way to become famous
Solving hunger for everyone
Why does Joe say he wants to give back to others?
He feels guilty
He wants to follow Uncle Frankie’s advice
He needs attention
He wants to repay a debt
How does Joe feel when he reflects on the help he's received?
Bitter
Grateful
Guilty
Angry
Where do they place one of the Little Free Pantries?
Outside the school
In front of Joe's house
Near the library
At the playground
