1. As they discuss school, what trait about James does Dicey remind herself ?
(a) James thinks about things too much.
(b) James is a kind and sensitive person.
(c) James is a lonesome disturbed person.
(d) James has a mean nasty streak inside himself.

2. What has happened to Maybeth that brings her to uncontrollable sobbing?
(a) The other kids will not talk to her or sit near her on the bus.
(b) Her classmates laughed at her poor reading skills and the teacher could not control them.
(c) The other girls make fun of her clothes and hair.
(d) Her friends have been stealing from her lunch money.

3. What does James think might be the root of Maybeth's reading troubles?
(a) Emotional troubles that blocked early learning skills.
(b) Lack of imagination to visualize what is read.
(c) Self-induced stress created by fear of failure.
(d) Inability to relate to the material that is read.

4. What is James' first reaction to Maybeth's plight?
(a) He is irritated at Gram for allowing Maybeth to slack.
(b) He is irritated that Maybeth is not emotionally stronger.
(c) He is pleased with himself that he is not as slow as Maybeth.
(d) He is angry at himself for not realizing how Maybeth's struggles are affecting her.

5. What is it about Wilhemina Smiths that makes an impression on Dicey?
(a) Wilhemina responds as if she has taken the English class in the past.
(b) Wilhemina seems to know the material without studying.
(c) Wilhemina has some insightful thoughts offered during English classes.
(d) Wilhemina is uncomfortable expressing her thoughts.