<p> “Raymond’s Run” Test Study Guide</p><p>Define the following:</p><p> sidekick –a close friend</p><p> liable –likely to</p><p> prodigy –special talent</p><p> clutch –hold tightly</p><p> crouch –stoop down with bent knees</p><p> relay- a race including many participants taking turns running to complete the race</p><p>Please answer the following:  What can we infer to be Squeaky’s reason for wanting to be called Hazel before the race? - wants to be treated with respect  What part of the plot’s rising action increases tension between Squeaky and Gretchen? -the argument on the street  What does Squeaky say is her special talent? -running fast  When does Squeaky show that she is thankful that Raymond is her brother? -when she sees him running  How does Squeaky feel at the end of the story? -hopeful for the future</p><p>Respond to the following using detailed constructed responses:</p><p> 6) What does Squeaky’s other nickname tell you about her? - Some people call Squeaky “Mercury”, and this fact lets you know that she is a fast runner.  7) At the end of the story, Squeaky shows respect for Raymond. Give one example of how Squeaky shows respect. -Squaky realizes that, regardless of how he runs, Raymond is a fine runner. - Squeaky thinks of Raymond as a “Champion”. -Squeaky wants to coach Raymond so that he will have something special, too, like her medals and awards. -Squeaky jumps up and down, happy to see Raymond after the race.</p><p> 8) Squeaky shows a great deal of pride in this story. What are two things in the story that give Squeaky a feeling of pride in herself? Use one detail to support each thing that gives Squeaky a feeling of pride. - Squeaky is proud of her ability to run. - Squeaky is proud that she does not have to hide her abilities from others. - Squeaky is proud of her bad reputation. - Squeaky is proud of being herself rather than being someone who pretends to be a flower, a strawberry, or anyone else</p>