The Skin I'm In

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1. What was Maleeka's teachers name?

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Maleeka's teacher's name is Miss Saunders.

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The Skin Im In - Quiz

In reading this book we are taken on a journey about a teenager suffering from low self-esteem and does thing for people so as to be noticed. The... see morebook teaches us about inner beauty and how to unlock it. Take up the quiz below on this book and see how much you can recall.
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2. Who wrote the book The Skin I'm In?

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Sharon G. Flake is the correct answer because she is the author of the book "The Skin I'm In."

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3. In the story was John-John nice to Maleeka?

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In the story, John-John was not nice to Maleeka.

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4. Who was Charlese Jones?

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Charlese Jones is described as a mean girl who Maleeka hung out with. This suggests that Charlese was not a nice friend to Maleeka, but rather someone who may have treated her poorly or engaged in negative behavior. The phrase "hung out with" implies a casual friendship rather than a close or supportive relationship. Overall, this answer indicates that Charlese was not a positive influence in Maleeka's life.

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5. What similar talent did Maleeka and her dad have in common?

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Maleeka and her dad had the talent of writing in common. This means that both of them possessed the skill and ability to express their thoughts, ideas, and emotions through written words. They could effectively communicate their thoughts and feelings through writing, whether it be through stories, essays, poems, or any other form of written expression. Writing was a shared talent between Maleeka and her dad, indicating that they both had a passion for and proficiency in this particular creative outlet.

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6. Was Maleeka upset about the incident she caused?

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Maleeka felt bad about the incident she caused because the question asks if she was upset. The word "upset" implies a negative emotional response, indicating that Maleeka felt bad about what happened.

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7. Which one of Maleeka's parents were deceased in the story?

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In the story, it is mentioned that Maleeka's mother is alive and present. However, there is no mention of her father being alive or present, suggesting that he is deceased. Therefore, the correct answer is "Her father."

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8. What unique feature did Mrs. Saunders have?

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Mrs. Saunders had a scar on her face. This unique feature distinguishes her from others and is likely to be noticeable. Scars can be caused by various reasons such as accidents, surgeries, or injuries. The presence of a scar on her face may have affected Mrs. Saunders' appearance and could have been a topic of conversation or curiosity among those who knew her.

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9. What was the name of the school in this book?

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The correct answer is McClenton Middle School. This can be inferred from the information provided in the question, which states "What was the name of the school in this book?" Since the name mentioned in the options is McClenton Middle School, it can be concluded that this is the correct answer.

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10. Did Charlese intend to blame Maleeka?

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The answer suggests that Charlese intended to blame Maleeka because she was always mean to her. This implies that Charlese's actions and behavior towards Maleeka were intentionally hurtful, indicating her intention to blame Maleeka for something.

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11. What is the main characters name?

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The main character's name in the book "The Skin I'm In" by Sharon G. Flake is Maleeka Madison.

Maleeka Madison is a seventh-grade African American girl struggling with her self-esteem and identity due to bullying and her dark skin complexion. The novel follows her journey as she learns to embrace her individuality, stand up for herself, and find the courage to confront her tormentors, with the help of a new teacher, Miss Saunders.
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12. Who is JuJu?

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Based on the given options, it can be inferred that JuJu is most likely Charlese's sister. There is no information provided about JuJu's gender or any other relationships, so the only logical conclusion is that JuJu is Charlese's sister.

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13. Did Maleeka feel bad about lighting the classroom on fire?

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Maleeka felt bad about lighting the classroom on fire because it is a destructive and dangerous act. The use of the phrase "Of course!" implies that it is obvious or expected for someone to feel bad about such actions.

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14. How many chapters are in the book?

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The correct answer is 32. This indicates that there are 32 chapters in the book.

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15. ______and ______are the twines in this book

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The correct answer is "Raina Raise, Raise Raina" because the question is asking for the order of the twines in the book. The first option "Raina Raise" suggests that Raina's twine comes before Raise's twine, while the second option "Raise Raina" suggests the opposite order.

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16. What Point Of View was this book in?

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The given correct answer for this question is 1st person. Point of view refers to the perspective from which a story is told. In a first-person point of view, the narrator is a character in the story and tells the events using "I" and "me". This means that the book is narrated by a character within the story, providing a personal and subjective account of the events.

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17. Do you think the twins in this book really liked Charlese Jones?

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The correct answer suggests that the twins in the book seemed to like Charlese Jones. This implies that there were indications or actions from the twins that showed their fondness or positive feelings towards Charlese.

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18. ____________and _____are good friends.

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The given answer "Miss. Saunders Tai, Tai Miss. Saunders" suggests that both Miss. Saunders and Tai are good friends. The order of their names does not matter, as they can be referred to as "Miss. Saunders Tai" or "Tai Miss. Saunders".

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19. When Maleeka first meet Miss. Saunders, What did she think of her?

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What was Maleeka's teachers name?
Who wrote the book The Skin I'm In?
In the story was John-John nice to Maleeka?
Who was Charlese Jones?
What similar talent did Maleeka and her dad have in common?
Was Maleeka upset about the incident she caused?
Which one of Maleeka's parents were deceased in the story?
What unique feature did Mrs. Saunders have?
What was the name of the school in this book?
Did Charlese intend to blame Maleeka?
What is the main characters name?
Who is JuJu?
Did Maleeka feel bad about lighting the classroom on fire?
How many chapters are in the book?
______and ______are the twines in this book
What Point Of View was this book in?
Do you think the twins in this book really liked Charlese Jones?
____________and _____are good friends.
When Maleeka first meet Miss. Saunders, What did she think of her?
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