Goin' Someplace special Comprehension Quiz

Mama Frances can best be described as...

• Strong and Independent

• Strict and demanding

• Angry and Loud

• Silly and Funny

What place is 'Someplace Special' to Tricia Ann?

• the bus

• public library

• Peace fountain

• Southland Hotel

"Crossing her fingers and closing her eyes, she blurted out her question." Blurted means?

• whisper softly

• asked carefully

• say quickly or suddenly

• say loudly

How does Tricia Ann change during this story?

• She makes friends.

• She learns to be polite.

• She becomes more confident.

• She learns to take a compliment.

What does Tricia Ann learn about Someplace Special from Blooming Mary?

• Tricia Ann must walk through the Southland Hotel

• Tricia Ann can get there by herself is she remembers Mama Frances' words

• Tricia Ann must go with Blooming Mary

• Tricia Ann should find a new special place

What does Tricia Ann feel when she leaves the Peace Fountain

• Surprised there was no place to sit

• Angered by Jim Crow signs

• Happy to see Blomming Mary

• Annoyed by Jimmy Lee's question

Why does 'Tricia Ann' sit at the back of the bus?

• There are no seats up front.

• A law says she must sit there.

• She likes the view from the back.

• She wants to sit with Ms. Grannell.