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Middle School: The Worst Years of my Life chapter 38-41

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What effect does the repetition of the word “dark” in “dark dark dark” have?

a)

It emphasizes how much Rafe likes the winter season

b)

It creates a spooky mood for Halloween

c)

It shows how depressing and overwhelming things feel for Rafe

2.

What can be inferred about Miss Donatello from Rafe calling her “the Dragon Lady”?

a)

She’s harsh and intimidating in his eyes

b)

She breathes fire when she talks

c)

She’s a popular teacher at school

3.

Which type of conflict is shown when Rafe struggles with his school performance and staying out of trouble?

a)

Character vs. character

b)

Character vs. society

c)

Character vs. self

4.

Which theme is most strongly supported by Rafe’s efforts to stay out of trouble and help with the fundraiser?

a)

The importance of revenge

b)

Personal growth takes effort and time

c)

Always do what others expect of you

5.

What literary device is used in: “I was Dragon chow”?

a)

Metaphor to show Rafe feels he is done for

b)

Hyperbole to show he is being eaten by a dragon

c)

Alliteration to create a lyrical effect

6.

Why does Rafe feel like “the biggest Thanksgiving turkey in the world”?

a)

He dressed up in a silly turkey costume

b)

He embarrassed himself in front of Jeannie and got rejected

c)

He forgot to bring food to the fundraiser

7.

How does Rafe change over the course of these chapters?

a)

He becomes more rebellious and disrespectful

b)

He gives up on trying to change

c)

He tries to be better and help others, even if it’s awkward

8.

What does the word “paranoid” most likely mean as used to describe Miller?

a)

He is overly suspicious and untrusting

b)

He is very confident and relaxed

c)

He is enthusiastic about rules

9.

Which theme is shown when Rafe volunteers, even though he’s nervous and unsure?

a)

Doing good can lead to unexpected rewards

b)

Popularity is the most important goal

c)

Being dishonest always pays off

10.

Why does Rafe say “normal is boring” and feel disappointed even after trying to do the right thing?

a)

Because he secretly wants to get in trouble again

b)

Because he expected more recognition and success for his efforts

c)

Because Jeannie told him to break the rules again