a. A scholarship jacket is gold and green.

b. We all have value regardless of our race, economic status, or ability.

c. Tradition determines outcomes.

d. With perseverance, you can achieve your goals.

a. Martha expects to win the scholarship jacket.

b. Martha would never win the jacket because she wasn’t allowed to participate in sports.

c. Martha owns many jackets, so she does not need another.

d. Martha expects to receive Rosie’s jacket.

a. Coach Thompson doesn’t like to be interrupted.

b. The coach had said Martha was a good forward.

c. Coach Thompson didn’t like students to be unprepared for class.

d. The Coach would become frustrated if a student wasn’t paying attention.

a. To eavesdrop on her teachers.

b. She left her PE shorts in a bag under her desk.

c. She doesn’t like Coach Thompson and wanted to see Mr. Schmidt instead.

d. She wanted to call her grandfather to get money for the scholarship jacket.

a. Blocked out

b. Under water

c. Loud

d. Filtered

a. She is excited about getting the scholarship jacket.

b. She is nervous about what she is hearing.

c. She is getting a headache.

d. She doesn’t understand what is happening.

a. Overhearing a conversation leaves Martha feeling heartbroken.

b. A short encounter leads Martha nervous about grabbing her gym bag.

c. A sudden insight causes Martha to think differently about her classmates.

d. Eavesdropping on an argument causes Martha to feel guilty.

a. Before

b. Not

c. Sad

d. Angry

a. He was angry about not receiving the money.

b. He knew what it would be about.

c. He didn’t want to have to discipline her.

d. He was uncomfortable speaking with Martha.

a. The coach knows Martha does not have money to buy the jacket.

b. There is a change in policy this year regarding the scholarship jacket.

c. Martha can easily pay fifteen dollars.

d. Fifteen dollars will not cover the cost of the jacket.

a. “I won’t lie or falsify records.” (paragraph 5)

b. “Joann’s father is not only on the Board, he owns the only store in town:” (paragraph 6)

c. “Martha is Mexican …” (paragraph 7)

d. “Martha has a straight A-plus average.” (paragraph 5)

a. Martha has to walk a quarter mile from the bus stop to her home.

b. Martha knows her grandfather does not have fifteen dollars to pay for the jacket.

c. Martha got in trouble at school.

d. Martha did not win the scholarship jacket.

a. It is best to focus on one's education without worrying about recognition.

b. It is difficult to stand up for what is fair and right.

c. One should respect the wisdom of elders when solving problems.

d. Being an American means acting with respect for hard work and justice.