Dear Dragon

What is true about Blaise at the beginning of the story?

• He wants another pen pal.

• He thinks his pen pal is shy.

• He wants to meet his pen pal.

• He thinks his pen pal is a dragon.

How do Blaise and George most likely feel when they see each other for the first time?

• surprised

• bothered

• excited

• foolish

How do Blaise and George change by the end of the story?

• They both want to attend the picnic.

• They both begin to enjoy writing.

• They both begin to enjoy skydiving.

• They both begin a new hobby.

What is the main lesson in the story?

• It is important to be kind to classmates.

• It is important to write letters to friends.

• Those who are different can still be friends.

• Those who practice a skill will get better with time.

Should Blaise be afraid of George? Why or why not? (Give one example from the story).

What does the word projects mean as used on page 185?

• tasks that take time and effort to complete.

• to throw forward

Fill in the blank:

Billy _______ the information he learned in math.

What genre is NOT included in Dear Dragon?

• Fantasy

• Poetry

• Fiction

• Nonfiction