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What is Squeaky's tone/attitude in the story

• happy

• tense

• upset

What is Squeaky's personality

• very quiet

• tense, defensive, matter of fact

• funny

What is the theme of the story

• doing what is best for you

• finding who you are and learning to respect others

• being mad that you have to take care of others

When in the story does Squeaky's character change

• When she sees Raymond running during the race

• When she sees her friends in the town

• When she practices for the race

What is Squeaky's response to Mr. Pearson's when he hints that Squeaky should let Gretchen win the race? Does she agree to let the other girls win?

• she doesn't agree with his idea

• she thinks its a great idea

• she doesn't care

Both Squeaky and Gretchen turn out to be talented runners and even smile at each other

after the race as a sign of mutual respect. What part of the plot does this statement describe?

• conflict

• resolution

• falling action

How does Squeaky feel about taking care of her brother?

• she is annoyed

• very protective

• she hates him