Exploring the Personal Narrative

What is the genre of 'The Scholarship Jacket'?

• Autobiography

• Personal Narrative

• Short Story

• Biography

Answer explanation

The genre of 'The Scholarship Jacket' is a 'Personal Narrative'. This genre is characterized by the personal experiences of the author. In this case, the story revolves around the author's own experiences and emotions related to winning a scholarship jacket, hence making it a personal narrative rather than an autobiography, short story or biography.

What does the word 'reflection' mean in the context of the personal narrative?

• Looking at oneself in a mirror

• Bending or turning back

• Thinking again about a subject

• Describing a sequence of events

Answer explanation

In the context of a personal narrative, the term 'reflection' refers to the act of thinking again about a subject. It doesn't mean looking at oneself in a mirror, bending or turning back, or describing a sequence of events. It's about reconsidering or reevaluating a topic, which makes the correct answer 'Thinking again about a subject'.

Who is the main character of the story?

• Joanne

• Mr. Schmidt

• Marta (Martha)

• Grandpa

What is the main idea of the story 'The Scholarship Jacket'?

• The importance of family support

• The challenges of being a student athlete

• The unfairness of school policies

• The joy of receiving a scholarship jacket

Answer explanation

The story 'The Scholarship Jacket' revolves around the theme of the unfairness of school policies. The protagonist is denied a deserved scholarship jacket due to a new policy requiring payment, reflecting the unjust nature of this particular school policy. This affirms that 'The unfairness of school policies' is the main idea of the story.

Why does Martha feel sad and cry into her pillow?

• Because she overhears an argument between her teachers

• Because she forgets her P.E. shorts and has to go back for them

• Because she is called names like 'beanpole' and 'string bean'

• Because she realizes she may not be able to afford the scholarship jacket

What does Martha's grandfather say when she asks for money to pay for the jacket?

• He agrees to give her the money

• He asks her what a scholarship jacket means

• He tells her to ask her grandmother for help

• He refuses to pay for the jacket

How does Martha feel when the principal tells her she will get the jacket?

• Angry and disappointed

• Sad and withdrawn

• Happy and excited

• Confused and uncertain

Answer explanation

The question asks about Martha's emotional state when she is told she will receive the jacket. The answer is 'Happy and excited', which indicates that Martha has positive feelings about getting the jacket. This suggests she may have been looking forward to or desiring this jacket, and the news made her feel joy and anticipation.

What lesson does the narrator learn from the incident in the story?

• The importance of standing up for oneself

• The value of hard work and dedication

• The unfairness of school policies

• The significance of family support

Answer explanation

The story relates an incident where the narrator learns a valuable lesson about the importance of standing up for oneself. This is not about hard work, dedication, school policies, or family support. The incident emphasizes the need for self-assertion and courage in challenging situations.

How does Martha's grandfather react when she tells him she will get the jacket?

• He hugs her and congratulates her

• He remains silent and continues working

• He asks her to help with supper

• He gives her a big grin and whistles a tune

What emotions does Martha experience when she hears that Joann will get the jacket?

• Anger and jealousy

• Sadness and disappointment

• Happiness and relief

• Confusion and frustration