Fish in a Tree Chapters 46-51

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What are mind movies in 'Fish in a Tree'?

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Mind movies are imaginative visualizations that Ally creates in her mind, representing her thoughts and feelings. They won't go into her sketchbook of impossible things because they will actually happen.

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What common trait did the famous people shown by Mr. Daniels share?

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They all were dyslexic.

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What does grit mean according to chapter 48?

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Grit means being willing to fail but try again, pushing through and sticking with something even if it's hard.

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What did Ally ask Mr. Daniels to do for her brother?

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Ally asked Mr. Daniels to help teach Travis to read.

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What did Ally's note to Mrs. Silvers say in chapter 51?

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The note said that Ally has earned student of the month.

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What is dyslexia?

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Dyslexia is a learning disorder characterized by difficulty in reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words.

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Why is it important for Ally to help her brother?

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Ally wants to support her brother Travis in overcoming his challenges with reading, showing her care and understanding of his struggles.

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What does it mean to be held back in school?

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Being held back means that a student is not promoted to the next grade level due to not meeting academic requirements.

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What is the significance of earning 'Student of the Month'?

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Earning 'Student of the Month' is a recognition of a student's hard work, achievements, and positive behavior in school.

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How can grit help someone succeed?

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Grit helps someone succeed by encouraging persistence and resilience in the face of challenges, allowing them to keep trying despite difficulties.