103 pages 3 hours read

Fredrik Backman

Beartown

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016

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Reading Check and Short Answer questions on key points are designed for guided reading assignments, in-class review, formative assessment, quizzes, and more.

Chapters 1-10

Reading Check

1. Who is the star of the Beartown junior hockey team?

2. What is Peter Andersson’s role in Beartown Ice Hockey?

3. Who recommends that Amat play for the juniors?

4. Who is Maya’s best friend?

Short Answer

Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.

1. What is Benji’s purpose on the hockey team? What role or use does he fill?

2. How do the boys on the junior hockey team behave? How does this compare to boys like Amat, who are not on the team?

Chapters 11-20

Reading Check

1. Who comes to Amat’s defense after he scores against Bobo during practice?

2. What is the term used to describe the intimidating hockey fans who use the Bearskin pub as a base?

3. Who receives explicit invitations to Kevin’s party?

4. What is the outcome of the semifinals game?

Short Answer

Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.

1. What are some ways that Amat has faced abuse while in Beartown playing hockey?

2. What is Kevin’s attitude at the party?

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