Beezus and Ramona: Character Insights

Grandma Carla reads a chapter from Beverly Cleary's 'Ramona the Brave'. Ramona and her sister Beezus face teasing at the park, leading to a conflict between them. Ramona defends Beezus but ends up embarrassing her. The chapter concludes with a secret kept by their mother, Mrs. Quimby.

Who is Grandma Carla's favorite author?

• Dr. Seuss

• Beverly Cleary

• J.K. Rowling

• Roald Dahl

What is Ramona's sister's full name?

• Brenda

• Bethany

• Beezus

• Beatrice

Why was Ramona proud on the way home from the park?

• She defended her sister

• She made a new friend

• She won a race

• She found a lost toy

What did the boys at the park call Beezus?

• Beezus the Best

• Wheezes Beezus

• Beezus the Brave

• Beezus the Bold

How did Ramona try to help Beezus at the park?

• By ignoring the boys

• By preaching a sermon

• By running away

• By calling for help

What did Ramona realize about her actions at the park?

• She was right

• She was ignored

• She was silly

• She was brave

Why does Beezus dislike her nickname?

• It was given by Ramona

• It's too common

• It's hard to pronounce

• It sounds funny

What advice does Mrs. Quimby give to Beezus about teasing?

• Run away

• Ignore them

• Tease back

• Tell a teacher

What secret does Mrs. Quimby keep from Ramona?

• A vacation plan

• An errand

• A surprise party

• A new job