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- 1. Multiple Choice
Martha lives with her grandparents because her parents
are too poor to feed all the children
do not live near school
died when she was 6
live with her grandparents
- 2. Multiple Choice
What does the reader learn about the narrator through the description of the setting in paragraphs 1-3?
Her appearance, likes, and dislikes.
Her relationship with her sister, father, and grandfather.
Her age, academic accomplishments, and motivations.
Her economic status and family life.
- 3. Multiple Choice
In paragraph 3, the narrator describes herself as
"pencil thin, not a curve anywhere. I was called “beanpole” and “string bean,” and I knew that’s what I looked like. A flat chest, no hips, and a brain; that’s what I had."
What do readers learn about her through this description?
She isn't confident in her physical appearance but is confident in her intelligence.
She isn't confident in her intelligence but is confident in her physical appearance.
She doesn't think that she is pretty or smart. There is nothing about herself that she is confident about.
She feels that it is more important to be pretty than to be smart.
- 4. Multiple Choice
Which event in paragraphs 1-3 advances the plot of "The Scholarship Jacket?"
Martha thinks about her appearance.
Martha forgets her gym bag and returns to her classroom.
Martha discusses her sister Rosie.
Martha tells the reader that her father is a farmer.
- 5. Multiple Choice
What does the argument between Mr. Schmidt and Mr. Boone in paragraphs 5-7 reveal about their characters?
Mr. Schmidt cares more about making more money while Mr. Boone is interested in helping students succeed.
Mr. Schmidt isn't interested in awarding a scholarship while Mr. Boone thinks that it is very important.
Mr. Schmidt is interested in doing the right thing while Mr. Boone is interested in his own well-being.
Mr. Schmidt cares more about doing what the principal tells him to while Mr. Boone is interested in doing the right thing.
- 6. Multiple Choice
How does the argument between Mr. Boone and Mr. Schmidt impact the plot of the story?
Their conversation provides the resolution of the story.
Their conversation introduces an important character.
Their conversation provides background information.
Their conversation introduces the conflict of the story.
- 7. Multiple Choice
What does not being able to look Martha in the eye reveal about the principal?
He knows what he is doing is wrong and is ashamed.
He has vision problems, which is a metaphor for “blind justice.”
He is distracted by more important things like the end of the school year.
He thinks Marta is crying and does not want to embarrass her by watching.
- 8. Multiple Choice
How does Grandfather's dialogue affect the plot of the story?
Grandfather's words create conflict in the story.
Grandfather's words contribute to the eventual resolution and theme of the story.
Grandfather's words provide the reader with background information.
Grandfather's words have no effect on the plot, and the story would be able to continue without them.
- 9. Multiple Choice
What is a theme of "The Scholarship Jacket?"
Don't pay for a scholarship jacket.
Stand up for yourself.
Your principal shouldn't discriminate against you.
Don't judge a book by its cover.
- 10. Multiple Choice
Which of the following details from the story develop the theme?
"My oldest sister, Rosie, had won the jacket a few years back, and I fully expected to also."
"The small Texas school that I went to had a tradition carried out every year during the eighth-grade graduation: a beautiful gold and green jacket (the school colors) was awarded to the class valedictorian..."
“Then if you pay for it, Marta, it’s not a scholarship jacket, is it? Tell your principal I will not pay the fifteen dollars.”
“Why?” he finally asked. “Your grandfather has the money. He owns a two-hundred acre ranch.”
- 11. Multiple ChoiceWhy did Marta's grandfather say he would not give her the fifteen dollars?He said they did not have that kind of money.He thought if she had earned it by getting the highest grades, she shouldn't have to pay for it.He did not think it was important for Marta to have the jacket.He wanted to teach Marta that being at the top of the class is not the most important thing.
- 12. Multiple Choice
How does Martha influence the Principal's attitude over the course of the text?
Martha's words and actions make the principal angry with her, encouraging him to take the jacket away then eventually return it when she apologizes.
Martha's words and actions make the principal pity her, causing him to award the jacket to her even though another student had better grades.
Martha's words and actions make the principal realize that his own actions are wrong, causing him to change his mind about the jacket and award it to the student with the highest grades.
Martha's words and actions make the principal worried that he may get in trouble with the school board, encouraging him to give her the jacket so that she does not report him.
- 13. Multiple Choice
Which word means self-respect?
significance
dignity
amendment
absent-mindedly
- 14. Multiple Choice
In what way did Martha try to "not make it any easier" for the principal when she was called to the office?
She refused to say anything when he explained the new policy.
She told him he was going to have to talk to her grandfather himself.
She looked him straight in the eye as he told her about the new policy.
She refused to leave the office until he told her why there was a new policy.
- 15. Multiple Choice
The author implies that Mr. Boone
had a strong personal dislike for Marta
knew Marta was not really as intelligent as other people
felt that Joann had more leadership ability
was more concerned about pleasing Joann's father than being fair to Marta
- 16. Multiple Choice
Which sentence best expresses one of the central ideas of this text?
When she went to pick up her gym clothes, Martha overheard a conversation between two teachers that shocked and saddened her.
At Marta's school, the 8th grade valedictorian was traditionally awarded a beautiful green and gold jacket.
Although Marta had earned the scholarship jacket, she almost lost it to a less deserving student.
Marta's older sister had won the scholarship jacket, and Marta deeply wanted to win it is as well.
- 17. Multiple Choice
Which detail from the text best supports the idea that Martha's grandfather believes you have to work hard for something you want?
"I cleared my throat nervously and clasped my hands behind my back so he wouldn't see them shaking."
"It was a very sad and withdrawn girl who dragged into the principal's office the next day."
"Better go see if your grandmother needs any help with supper."
"Then if you pay for it, Martha, it's not a scholarship jacket, is it?"
- 18. Multiple Choice
Which two sentences would be MOST important to include in an objective summary of the text?
Martha's principal was rude and dismissive for how he spoke to Martha.
The Scholarship Jacket was important to Martha because she worked hard to achieve it.
When Martha asks her Grandfather for $15 for the jacket, he declines her request.
Martha's teachers should have had the argument where nobody could hear them.
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