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

CHAPTERS 1-3

Reading Check

1.  With whom does Patty live?

2.  Where does Patty feel most at home?

Short Answer

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

1. What is Patty’s reaction to her finish in the first track meet of the novel? What does this reaction reveal about her?

2. How does Patty feel about her mother?

3. What led to Patty’s interest in track?

Paired Resource

“Understanding Child Trauma”

• This Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration resource includes statistics, background, and additional links about childhood trauma. (Teacher-appropriate; not student facing without teacher guidance, as the article mentions a variety of causes of trauma)
• The information in this resource may offer teachers language and ideas for leading discussion on Patty’s trauma in the novel and how it has affected her.
• This resource connects to the theme of The Lasting Effects of Childhood Trauma.

CHAPTERS 4-6

Reading Check

1. Who helps Patty smile for the first time since the track meet?

2. In which race does Coach put Patty?

3. What is Momly’s job?

Short Answer

Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence.