Characters
In 'Fish in a Tree', which character is described as 'brave as a lion'? a) Ally b) Mr. Daniels c) Shay d) Keisha
c) Shay
In 'Fish in a Tree,' which characters become friends after getting in trouble together?
Ally and Keisha
What is a simile? a) A figure of speech that compares two things using 'like' or 'as' b) A type of fish found in the sea c) A type of tree that grows near water d) A type of bird that can swim
a) A figure of speech that compares two things using 'like' or 'as'
True or False: A simile is a figure of speech that directly compares two different things using the words "like" or "as".
True
What is Mr. Daniels in school for?
To become a special education teacher
What does Mr. Daniels choose to teach Ally besides how to read?
Chess
Which of the following is an example of a simile from the novel 'Fish in a Tree'? a) The sun was bright like a diamond in the sky b) The tree swayed gently in the wind c) The cat meows loudly at the door d) The river flowed silently towards the sea
a) The sun was bright like a diamond in the sky
True or False: The novel "Fish in a Tree" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt, is used to introduce the main character, Ally, a fish swimming in a tree.
False
What character is like a human encyclopedia?
Albert
In 'Fish in a Tree,' why does Ally run away from Shay's birthday party?
Ally touched a butterfly's wings (closed hand on it).
What does the simile "As brave as a lion" suggest about a character in "Fish in a Tree"?
A) Strong B) Intelligent C) Brave D) Funny
c) Brave
In 'Fish in a Tree,' what learning disability does Ally have?
Dyslexia
Who is Ally's brother?
Travis
What does Ally compare to being on a rollercoaster ride?
Her journey of discovering her dyslexia and learning how to read.
What does the simile "As busy as a bee" reveal about a character in the story "Fish in a Tree"?
A) Lazy B) Happy C) Hardworking D) Energetic
c) Hardworking
Which character is often described as very empathetic?
Mr. Daniels