Who's Who?
Who is the teacher in the story?
Mrs. Olinski
What competition do the students take part in?
Academic Bowl
What is one lesson about teamwork in the story?
Working together helps you succeed
How do the students feel when they start working together?
Nervous / unsure
Is teamwork important?
Yes
Name one member of the Academic Bowl team.
Noah / Nadia / Ethan / Julian
Where do the students often meet and spend time together?
Julian’s house
What does the story teach about friendship?
Friends support and trust each other
How does Mrs. Olinski feel about her students at first?
Unsure / doubtful
Would you like to be part of this team? Why?
Any reasonable answer
Who invites the group to tea?
Julian
What happens at the tea gatherings?
They bond / talk / become friends
What does the story teach about trust?
Trust helps build strong relationships
How do the students feel as they grow closer?
Happy / comfortable / confident
What makes this group special?
They understand and support each other
Who uses a wheelchair?
Mrs. Olinski
What big success do the students achieve?
They win the Academic Bowl
What does the story teach about confidence?
Believe in yourself / confidence grows over time
How does Mrs. Olinski feel when the team succeeds?
Proud / happy
Which character shows the most growth?
Any answer with a reason
Who is known for being thoughtful and observant?
Ethan (best answer, but accept others with reason)
Why is the Academic Bowl important in the story?
It shows teamwork, growth, and success
What is the main message of the story?
Teamwork, friendship, and understanding others
How do the students feel at the end of the story?
Proud / happy / accomplished
What would you do differently if you were on the team?
Any thoughtful answer