CHAPTERS 1-5
What grade is Bradley in?
a) Fifth grade
What does Bradley do with his homework?
b) He crumples it and puts it in his pocket.
What happens when Bradley is invited to Colleen’s birthday party?
c) He tears up the invitation.
What motivates Bradley to start doing his
homework?
a) He wants to impress Carla.
Why does Bradley apologize to Jeff?
b) For being rude to him in the past.
2. What does Bradley usually do in class?
c) He refuses to do any work.
What advice does Carla give to Bradley in their first session?
b) "Try to be honest."
How does Bradley feel about his teacher, Mrs. Ebbel?
b) He thinks she’s mean.
How does Bradley feel after completing his first homework assignment?
d) Both a and b.
a) Proud of himself.
b) Nervous about turning it in.
What does Carla tell Bradley about being scared?
d) All of the above.
a) "Being scared is normal."
b) "Even adults feel scared sometimes."
c) "You can be brave and scared at the same time."
3. How do Bradley’s classmates feel about him?
b) They are scared of him.
How does Bradley react when Carla gives him a book?
b) He throws it on the floor.
What does Carla suggest Bradley do to make friends?
d) Smile and say hello.
What kind of book does Carla recommend to Bradley?
a) A mystery.
What happens during Bradley’s second-to-last session with Carla?
c) They discuss his changes at school.
4. What happens when Jeff first meets Bradley?
b) Bradley threatens him.
Why does Jeff stop talking to Bradley?
a) Jeff is embarrassed by Bradley’s behavior.
How does Bradley treat his sister Claudia?
c) He argues with her often.
How do Bradley’s classmates treat him after he starts doing his homework?
b) They are surprised.
How does Bradley feel about losing Carla as his counselor?
b) He is devastated.
5. Where does Jeff sit in class?
a) Next to Bradley.
What does Bradley do with his collection of toy animals?
a) He talks to them.
What is one thing Bradley struggles with in school?
a) Completing his homework.
b) Paying attention in class.
c) Making friends.
d) All of the above.
How does Mrs. Ebbel react to Bradley’s changes?
b) She is supportive.
What advice does Carla give Bradley about continuing his progress?
d) Both a and c.
a) "Keep trying, no matter what."
c) "You don’t need me to keep improving."