Exploring the Themes of Brown Girl Dreaming

What is Jesse Alderman's unique skill?

• He is a skilled artist.

• He is a brilliant scientist.

• He is a talented athlete.

• He is a master manipulator.

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Who does Jesse help by getting rid of a troublemaker?

• The football players

• The principal

• Bridget

• Mr. Dunkleman

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What does Jesse provide for the football players?

• Tickets to a game

• Tutoring

• Kegs

• Uniforms

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What unexpected problem does Jesse face while trying to woo Bridget?

• He gets expelled from school.

• He falls for her himself.

• He gets into a fight.

• He loses his friends.

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Who pretends to be Jesse's grandfather?

• The principal

• Bridget's father

• A football player

• Mr. Dunkleman

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What makes Jesse's story compelling and redeeming?

• His athletic achievements

• His artistic talents

• His scientific discoveries

• His realization that he cares about more than money

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What helps Jesse discover that he actually cares?

• A new job

• Winning a competition

• A few new friends

• Moving to a new city

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