Molly Lou Melon: Character Reactions

Molly Lou Melon, a unique first-grader, embraces her differences with confidence, guided by her grandma's advice. Despite being teased by Ronald Durkin at her new school, Molly's self-belief and talents win over her classmates and even Ronald. She writes to her grandma, affirming the wisdom of her advice.

What was unique about Molly Lou Melon's height?

• She was taller than her grandmother.

• She was just taller than her dog.

• She was the tallest in her class.

• She was the same height as her teacher.

What did Molly Lou Melon's grandmother advise her about walking?

• Walk slowly and carefully.

• Walk as proudly as you can.

• Walk with a friend.

• Walk with your head down.

What was Molly Lou Melon's reaction to her unique voice?

• She tried to change it.

• She stopped speaking.

• She didn't mind.

• She was embarrassed.

What did Molly Lou Melon's grandmother say about smiling?

• Smile big and the world will smile with you.

• Smile only at friends.

• Smile only when necessary.

• Don't smile too much.

How did Molly Lou Melon handle being fumble-fingered?

• She practiced more.

• She asked for help.

• She stopped trying.

• She didn't mind.

What did Molly Lou Melon's grandmother say about believing in oneself?

• Don't worry about belief.

• Believe only in facts.

• Believe in others first.

• Believe in yourself and the world will believe in you too.

How did Molly Lou Melon respond to being called 'shrimpo'?

• She scored a touchdown.

• She told the teacher.

• She ignored it.

• She cried.

What was the reaction of the children when Molly Lou Melon scored a touchdown?

• They were confused.

• They laughed.

• They thought she was good.

• They were indifferent.

What did Ronald Durkin feel after Molly Lou Melon's touchdown?

• Happy

• Proud

• Foolish

• Angry

What did Molly Lou Melon do when called 'bucky tooth beaver'?

• She hid her teeth.

• She stacked pennies on her teeth.

• She ran away.

• She told her grandmother.