Wednesday Wars January and February

What photo appears in the newspaper at the beginning of the chapter? 

• Mrs. Baker and Mickey Mantle.

• Holling in his yellow tights. 

• The Baker Sporting Emporium. 

• Vietnam War photos. 

What is the newspaper headline about Holling? 

• NY Standardized Achievement Test results.  

• The snow and ice storm.

• Holling is called a hero for rescuing his sister. 

• Mickey Mantle and the Yankees. 

What photo appears in the newspaper at the beginning of the chapter?

• Mrs. Baker and Mickey Mantle.

• Holling in his yellow tights.

• The Baker Sporting Emporium.

• Vietnam War photos.

What is the newspaper headline about Holling?

• NY Standardized Achievement Test results.

• The snow and ice storm.

• Holling is called a hero for rescuing his sister.

• Mickey Mantle and the Yankees.

What does Holling learn about Shakespeare's plays in January?

• They are all tragedies.

• They are all comedies.

• They contain both comedy and tragedy.

• They are all historical plays.

How does Mrs. Baker help Holling with his running?

• She ignores his running.

• She gives him a book on running techniques.

• She arranges for him to meet a famous runner.

• She runs with him after school.

What is the main theme of the chapter in February?

• Friendship and loyalty.

• War and peace.

• Love and betrayal.

• Courage and fear.

Which character shows unexpected kindness to Holling in January?

• Meryl Lee Kowalski.

• Doug Swieteck's brother.

• Mrs. Sidman.

• Mr. Guareschi.

What literary device is prominently used in the chapter?

• Metaphor.

• Simile.

• Irony.

• Alliteration.

What does Holling's father prioritize over family?

• His job.

• His car.

• His friends.

• His hobbies.