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Celia C. PerezA modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Reading Check and Short Answer questions on key points are designed for guided reading assignments, in-class review, formative assessment, quizzes, and more.
CHAPTERS 1-4
Reading Check
1. From whom did Malú inherit her love of punk?
2. What is the nickname Malú has for her mother?
Short Answer
Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.
1. Why does Malú say it’s a bad sign when her mom starts knitting?
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CHAPTERS 5-11
Reading Check
1. What is the name of the girl who is unkind to Malú on the first day of school?
Short Answer
Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.
1. Describe the outfit Malú wore on the first day of school.
2. Why did Ms. Hernandez ask Malú to go to the auditorium on the first day?
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