How Fast Can Raymond Run?

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In Raymond's Run, a teenage girl decides to coach her mentally handicapped brother Raymond in a track. She attends the May Day celebration, where she wins an important race. During the race, she sees Raymond running alongside the track. This is when she decides to be his coach.

Questions and Answers

1.

What is the name of Raymond's sister?
- A.
  
  Hazel
- B.
  
  Hannah
- C.
  
  Elizabeth
- D.
  
  Nancy
Correct Answer
A. Hazel

Explanation
Raymond's sister's name is Hazel.

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2.

What is the nick name of Raymond's sister?
- A.
  
  Flash
- B.
  
  Squeaky
- C.
  
  Speedster
- D.
  
  Bolt
Correct Answer
B. Squeaky

Explanation
Raymond's sister is nicknamed "Squeaky."

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3.

Who is Squeaky's rival?
- A.
  
  Florence
- B.
  
  Henrietta
- C.
  
  Gretchen
- D.
  
  Barbara
Correct Answer
C. Gretchen

Explanation
Squeaky's rival is Gretchen. This can be inferred from the question which asks for Squeaky's rival, and the answer choice "Gretchen" is provided.

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4.

At which celebration does Hazel realize Raymond coukd also run?
- A.
  
  Veterans Day
- B.
  
  Thanksgiving
- C.
  
  Independence Day
- D.
  
  May Day
Correct Answer
D. May Day

Explanation
Hazel realizes that Raymond could also run during the celebration of May Day.

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5.

Where does Squeaky grow up?
- A.
  
  Harlem
- B.
  
  Boston
- C.
  
  Phoenix
- D.
  
  California
Correct Answer
A. Harlem

Explanation
Squeaky grows up in Harlem.

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6.

How woukd you describe Squeaky?
- A.
  
  Cheer leader
- B.
  
  Tomboy
- C.
  
  Gothic
- D.
  
  Nerd
Correct Answer
B. Tomboy

Explanation
Squeaky would be described as a tomboy because the term "tomboy" typically refers to a girl who enjoys activities that are traditionally associated with boys, such as sports or rough play. This description suggests that Squeaky may not conform to traditional gender norms and prefers activities that are typically associated with boys.

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7.

Which race was Squeaky eager to win?
- A.
  
  400m race
- B.
  
  800m race
- C.
  
  50 yard dash
- D.
  
  100m race
Correct Answer
C. 50 yard dash

Explanation
Squeaky was eager to win the 50 yard dash race.

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8.

How old is Squeaky?
- A.
  
  13 years
- B.
  
  10 years
- C.
  
  15 years
- D.
  
  12 years
Correct Answer
D. 12 years

Explanation
Squeaky's age is stated as 12 years in the given options.

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9.

Who is the author of the story?
- A.
  
  Toni Cade Bambara
- B.
  
  Alice Walker
- C.
  
  Ishmael Reed
- D.
  
  Toni Morrison
Correct Answer
A. Toni Cade Bambara

Explanation
Toni Cade Bambara is the author of the story.

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10.

In which year was the book originally published?
- A.
  
  1985
- B.
  
  1995
- C.
  
  1987
- D.
  
  1990
Correct Answer
D. 1990

Explanation
The book was originally published in 1990.

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