Chapter 1
Why was Jada upset at the Science Fair?
Her project was knocked over and ruined
How did Maya feel about Jada and MJ?
Maya loves her friends
What does the reader learn about Zoe?
Zoe likes to tease Maya
How did Mr. Mac know Maya didn't have a good first week at school?
She didn't have a cheerful or excited expression on her face.
What happens when Maya is cleaning out the closet for Mr. Mac?
She finds a robot staring at her.
What unfortunate event happened at the Science Fair?
There was a food fight caused by a robot
Why was Maya disappointed when she learned MJ and Jada would not be in her class?
Because they were her closest friends and she wouldn't be in the same class as them.
Why didn't Maya tell Mrs. Rodriquez she preferred to be called Maya?
She was scared and intimidated by the teacher. She felt like the teacher did not like her.
Who is Mr. Mac?
The owner of a local convenience store
Who does Mr. Mac say was just like Maya?
His son
From what point of view is the story being told?
First Person
Who was Maya 5th grade teacher?
Mrs. Rodriquez
What can you infer is Maya favorite subject?
Science
What did Maya learn about Mr. Mac?
Mr. Mac had a son named Christopher
Why was Maya distracted in class on Monday?
Maya couldn't wait to get home to work on Ralph
Who was responsible for the Science Fair disaster?
Maya
What can you infer about Jada as a friend?
She is caring and will stick up for her friends when needed.
What does scowl mean?
Ex.
Her arms were crossed in front of her, and a scowl darkened her face.
an angry or hostile expression appearing on someone face
What character trait could describe Mr. Mac?
Kind, considerate, helpful
Describe what Ralph looks like based on Chapter 5
Large metal bucket head, with two round, shiny eyes that had LED lights in them
a barrel shaped body
has 3 fingers on each hand
Treads for feet like a tank
What does calamity mean?
Ex.
The fire was the latest calamity to strike the area.
something terrible that happens, causing destruction and misery
What are Maya's feelings about having Mrs. Rodriquez as a teacher?
She is worried and scared
What does forlornly mean?
Ex.
She sat forlornly at the lunch table by herself.
feeling unhappy or lonely
Why was Maya surprised to hear that Mr. Mac had a son?
Mr. Mac had never mentioned Christopher before
What does superstitious mean?
Ex.
Jean was extremely superstitious and believed the colour green brought bad luck.
believing in things that are not real or possible