Ruthie's Moral Dilemma and Choices

Counselor Jones reads 'Ruthie and the Not So Teeny Tiny Lie' by Laura Ranken. Ruthie loves tiny things and finds a small camera at school, claiming it as hers. A conflict arises when Martin claims the camera is his. Ruthie feels guilty and confesses the truth to her teacher, Miss Olsen, who appreciates her honesty. Ruthie learns a valuable lesson about honesty and courage, resolving the conflict with Martin.

Who is the story dedicated to?

• Parents

• Teachers

• Students

• Friends

What kind of things did Ruthie love?

• Colorful things

• Big things

• Tiny things

• Expensive things

Where did Ruthie find the tiny camera?

• In the library

• In her classroom

• On the playground

• At home

What did Martin claim about the camera?

• It was his birthday gift

• He found it first

• It was a gift from his teacher

• He bought it yesterday

How did Ruthie feel after the argument?

• Excited

• Guilty

• Indifferent

• Happy

What did Ruthie do at bedtime?

• She went to sleep immediately

• She read a book

• She told her parents the truth

• She played with the camera

What was Ruthie worried about the next morning?

• Missing the bus

• Getting a bad grade

• Facing Miss Olsen and Martin

• Losing her favorite toy

How did Miss Olsen react to Ruthie's confession?

• She punished Ruthie

• She thanked Ruthie for her honesty

• She ignored Ruthie

• She was angry

What was Ruthie's realization at the end of the story?

• She wanted a new toy

• She was still upset

• She missed the camera

• She was glad she told the truth