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Chapters 1-3
Reading Check
1. What medical condition was Junior born with?
2. Who has the same birthday as Junior?
Short Answer
Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.
1. What does Junior believe makes pictures superior to words?
2. How does Oscar’s fate illustrate the harsh conditions on the reservation?
Chapters 4-6
Reading Check
1. Which class is Junior most excited about?
2. According to Junior’s parents, which people have hope?
Short Answer
Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.
1. What leads Junior to throw a book at Mr. P?
2. What does Mr. P tell Junior about Junior’s future?
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