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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Why does Velvet think that Strawberry invites her to sit with her at lunch in the section "Velvet" that starts on page 107? (from Pages 98 – 130 )

Because she wants to go to Ginger's house.

Because she wants Velvet to do something for her.

Because of the boys.

Because of the horses.

2.

Why does Silvia justify that it was okay to hit Velvet in the face with a house slipper when they were arguing about boys? (from Pages 296 – 328 )

When she hits Velvet, it gets Velvet talking about the way her man would not hit her.

Silvia does not justify her action of hitting Velvet, she just hits her.

She thinks it will make an impression on Velvet that a man will hit her harder.

She thinks it is the only way to get Velvet's attention.

3.

Why did Velvet never meet her grandfather? (from Pages 3 – 32 )

Her mother would not allow the two to meet.

Her grandfather only knew about Dante.

He lived in the Dominican Republic and she lived in America.

He died before she was born.

4.

What makes Velvet change her mind about the competition? (from Pages 361 – 392 )

Velvet remembers she might be able to win a cash prize.

Dominic encourages her to do so.

Pat tells her it is not about winning but bonding with her horse.

She is able to see a jump properly with out even knowing how to do so.

5.

Why is Fiery Girl so worked up at the competition? (from Pages 421 – 439 )

Because she senses Velvet's frustration.

She is not worked up at the competition.

Because she is nervous around so many people.

Because Beverly is there.

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