Plot Point
Q: What is Melody able to compliment Rose about in music class?
A: Her voice.
What joke do Melody and her mom share, even though it's not true?
A: That Melody is stinky.
Q: Which word means "extremely intelligent"?
A: Brilliant.
Q: When dirty clothes began to pile up in his room, Brian decided it was time to do some ________.
A. Laundry
Q: What prize does Mrs. Valencia win?
A: Passes to the aquarium.
Q: Who sticks up for Melody in class by saying her new computer is awesome?
A: Rose.
Q: Which word means "to add or pile up"?
A: Accumulate.
Q: Melody notes that while her sister wears cute outfits, she wears plain sweat suits because they are more ________.
A. Practical/Easy
Q: Why does Melody feel guilty after the baby is born?
A: She feels her parents are tired and stressed because they have to care for both her and the baby.
Q: What personality trait does Mrs. Valencia demonstrate when she confronts Claire at the aquarium?
A: Protective and straightforward (honest/blunt)
Q: Which word means "being careful with money or resources"?
A: Thrifty.
Michael ________ told his mother he was "out and about" when she asked where he had been.
reluctantly/hesitantly
Q: What special device helps Melody communicate more effectively?
A: Medi-Talker/special computer.
Q: How would you describe Melody's relationship with her sister Penny?
A: Loving but complicated by Melody's physical limitations.
Q: Which word means "to give and receive at the same time"?
A: Exchange.
Q: A ________ shopper can use coupons to save money.
A: Thrifty/Frugal