The Skin I'm In
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 book 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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Who wrote the book The Skin I'm In?
- A.
Barbara Park
- B.
Sharon G. Flake
- C.
Amanda McFarlane
- D.
Hans Christian Andersen
Correct Answer
B. Sharon G. FlakeExplanation
Sharon G. Flake is the correct answer because she is the author of the book "The Skin I'm In."Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the main characters name?
Correct Answer
Maleeka MadisonExplanation
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.Rate this question:
- 3.
What was the name of the school in this book?
- A.
Franklin Middle School
- B.
Madison Middle School
- C.
McClenton Middle School
- D.
Clinton Middle School
Correct Answer
C. McClenton Middle SchoolExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which one of Maleeka's parents were deceased in the story?
- A.
Her mother
- B.
Her father
- C.
Both her mother and her father
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Her fatherExplanation
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."Rate this question:
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- 5.
What was Maleeka's teachers name?
- A.
Miss Jackson
- B.
Mr. Pajolli
- C.
Miss Carol
- D.
Miss Saunders
Correct Answer
D. Miss SaundersExplanation
Maleeka's teacher's name is Miss Saunders.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How many chapters are in the book?
- A.
43
- B.
27
- C.
32
- D.
21
Correct Answer
C. 32Explanation
The correct answer is 32. This indicates that there are 32 chapters in the book.Rate this question:
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- 7.
In the story was John-John nice to Maleeka?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
- C.
There was no John-John in the story
- D.
John-John did not know Maleeka
Correct Answer
B. NoExplanation
In the story, John-John was not nice to Maleeka.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Who was Charlese Jones?
- A.
A nice friend of Maleeka's
- B.
A mean girl who Maleeka hung out with
- C.
A friend in Math Club
- D.
A neighbor
Correct Answer
B. A mean girl who Maleeka hung out withExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 9.
______and ______are the twines in this book
Correct Answer
Raina Raise
Raise RainaExplanation
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.Rate this question:
- 10.
What similar talent did Maleeka and her dad have in common?
- A.
Writing
- B.
Singing
- C.
Musical instruments
- D.
Sports
Correct Answer
A. WritingExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What unique feature did Mrs. Saunders have?
- A.
A mole on her nose
- B.
A tattoo on her left shoulder
- C.
A scar on her face
- D.
No hair
Correct Answer
C. A scar on her faceExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Who is JuJu?
- A.
Charlese's sister?
- B.
Maleeka's grandmother?
- C.
Mrs. Saunder's Best friend?
- D.
John-John's Cousin?
Correct Answer
A. Charlese's sister?Explanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Did Maleeka feel bad about lighting the classroom on fire?
- A.
No way!
- B.
Of course!
- C.
Who cares!
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Of course!Explanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Was Maleeka upset about the incident she caused?
- A.
Yes, she felt bad
- B.
No, she didn't care
- C.
She felt sorry for her friends
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Yes, she felt badExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Did Charlese intend to blame Maleeka?
- A.
I don't know!
- B.
Yes, she was always mean to Maleeka
- C.
NO!
- D.
Charlese never made eye contact to Maleeka-
Correct Answer
B. Yes, she was always mean to MaleekaExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 16.
____________and _____are good friends.
Correct Answer
Miss. Saunders Tai
Tai Miss. SaundersExplanation
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".Rate this question:
- 17.
What Point Of View was this book in?
- A.
What is Point Of View?
- B.
3rd person
- C.
1st person
- D.
2nd person
Correct Answer
C. 1st personExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Do you think the twins in this book really liked Charlese Jones?
- A.
Yeah, the seemed to like her
- B.
No, they were just playing, so they wouldn't get beat up
- C.
Who are the TWINS!?!?!?
Correct Answer
A. Yeah, the seemed to like herExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 19.
When Maleeka first meet Miss. Saunders, What did she think of her?
Correct Answer
Please provide at least 4-5 sentence - 20.
How do you think John-John really felt about Maleeka? (At least 4-5 sentences)
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