Reading Check and Short Answer Questions on key plot points are designed for guided reading assignments, in-class review, formative assessment, quizzes, and more.

Chapters 1-3

Reading Check

1. What kind of vehicle comes to Jordan’s house to pick him up for school?

2. What color does Jordan notice a lot of Riverdale Academy Day School (RAD) students are wearing?

3. Who is the first student to sit down with Jordan at lunch?

Short Answer

Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.

1. What main concern does Jordan’s father have about Riverdale Academy Day School?

2. When Jordan first arrives at RAD, who are the only other Black people he sees?

3. Describe Andy’s key characteristics.

4. Why does Kirk take off instead of staying to hang out with Jordan?

Paired Resource

“There’s a hidden burden on students with scholarships” by Dasia Moore

• This Boston Globe Magazine essay realistically explores the experience of being a scholarship student at a prestigious school.
• This resource relates to the themes of Finding Confidence in Middle School and Balancing Friendships Across Social Class.
• How are the author’s experiences similar to Jordan’s? How are they different? How might a situation like this impact a student’s confidence? How might it impact a student’s friendships?