Understanding Ali's Experiences and Emotions

In this video, Mr. Daniels introduces book talks and writing journals to his class, emphasizing self-expression without correction. Ali struggles with her feelings of invisibility and reflects on her interactions with classmates, including a lunch with Shay and Jessica where she succumbs to peer pressure. She later reflects on her actions and plans to apologize to Albert, a classmate she unintentionally hurt.

What does Mr. Daniels compare his excitement for book talks to?

• A football game

• A rock concert

• A giant party

• A mad scientist

What is Ali's initial reaction to the writing journals?

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Dreadful

• Curious

Why does Ali draw a black cube in her journal?

• It represents a dark room where she feels invisible

• She likes the color black

• She was inspired by a book

• It's a random drawing

What does Ali realize about her interactions with teachers?

• She has been ignoring them

• She has been too talkative

• She has been staring at their stomachs

• She has been looking them in the eyes

How does Ali feel about Keisha's braids?

• Jealous

• Indifferent

• Admiring

• Confused

Why does Ali decide to sit with Shay and Jessica for lunch?

• She wants to be part of their group

• She wants to make new friends

• She is tired of sitting alone

• She likes their friendship bracelets

What is Albert's reason for cutting the backs of his sneakers?

• He preferred to buy a chemistry set

• He wanted to make a fashion statement

• He couldn't afford new shoes

• He lost the back parts of his shoes

What advice does Ali's mom give her about making mistakes?

• Forget about them

• Blame others

• Apologize and make it right

• Ignore them

What is Albert's puzzling question about the insect on the train?

• Does the insect travel slower if it flies opposite to the train?

• Is the insect faster than the train?

• How fast can an insect fly?

• Can the insect escape the train?