Fish in A Tree Chapters 1-3 Quiz and Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Who wrote Fish in A Tree?

Lynda Mulally Hunt

What is Ally being asked to do by her teacher who is leaving? (Ch. 1)

Ally is asked to describe herself.

What does Ally finally write on her paper? (Ch. 1)

Ally writes 'Why' over and over again to describe herself.

Who is the main character? (Ch. 1)

The main character is Ally Nickerson. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of card does Ally give Mrs. Hall? (Ch. 2)

Ally gives Mrs. Hall a sympathy card with pretty flowers. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Ally give Mrs. Hall a sympathy card? (Ch. 2)

She thinks it has beautiful yellow flowers, so must be a wonderful card. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Mrs. Silver? (Ch. 3)

Mrs. Silver is the principal that Ally sees when she does things to get out of class. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Mr. Daniels? (Ch. 3)

Mr. Daniels is the new 6th grade teacher. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Silver ask Ally to read in her office? (Ch. 3)

Mrs. Silver asks Ally to read a poster on the wall. Signup and view all the answers

What is Ally good at? (Ch. 4)

Ally is good at drawing. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ally name her sketchbook? (Ch. 4)

Ally names her sketchbook the Sketchbook of Impossible Things. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Ally get the name for her sketchbook? (Ch. 4)

Her grandfather read her Alice in Wonderland. Signup and view all the answers

Why has Ally's family moved so much? (Ch. 4)

Ally's dad is in the military. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Ally's brother? (Ch. 5)

Ally's brother is Travis. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ally's brother want to do when he gets out of school? (Ch. 5)

Travis wants to open up Nickerson Restoration--he likes to fix things. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Travis choose 1933 coins to purchase? (Ch. 6)

That's the year their grandfather was born. Signup and view all the answers

What is Mr. Daniels like? (Ch. 7)

Mr. Daniels is young and funny. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ally refuse to do for Mr. Daniels? (Ch. 8)

Ally refuses to write a paragraph. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when Mr. Daniels says, 'What happens in Room 206 stays in Room 206'? (Ch. 8)

Mr. Daniels means that he's not going to send Ally to the office. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ally bring to tell about herself in class? (Ch. 9)

Ally brings the 1943 steel penny. Signup and view all the answers

Who gave the 1943 penny to Ally? (Ch. 9)

Ally's dad gave her the penny. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Ally given the penny? (Ch. 9)

Ally's dad wants to remind her that she's unique and that everything will return to normal when he gets home. Signup and view all the answers

What signal does Mr. Daniels have with Oliver? (Ch. 9)

Mr. Daniels pulls his ear to signal Oliver that he's talked enough. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Daniels ask the students to write in their writing journals? (Ch. 10)

He asks them to write 'anything' they want to write. Signup and view all the answers

What color is Ally's journal? (Ch. 10)

Ally picks her favorite color - yellow. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ally 'write' in her journal? (Ch. 10)

Ally draws a dark box that represents a dark room; in a dark room she couldn't be seen. Signup and view all the answers

Who makes fun of Albert? Why? (Ch. 11)

Shay, Jessica and Ally make fun of Albert because he has cut out the backs of shoes. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Ally feel bad? (Ch. 11)

Ally feels bad because she has gone along with Shay and Jessica when making fun of Albert. Signup and view all the answers

Who stands up for Albert, when others were making fun of Albert's shoes? (Ch. 13)

Keisha stands up for Albert, when Shay, Jessica, and Ally are making fun of Albert's shoes. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ally do when the teacher takes Keisha's bouquet? (Ch. 13)

Ally gives Keisha half of her flowers, then hers are taken. Signup and view all the answers

What makes Keisha cry? (Ch. 13)

She accidentally knocks a flower off and Mrs. Muldoon takes her flowers. Signup and view all the answers

Mr. Daniels 'high-five's' Ally because she knows this? (Ch. 14)

Ally is the only one who knows what's in the box. Signup and view all the answers

What does Keisha bring to school for Ally? (Ch. 15)

Keisha brings Ally a cupcake. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Author and Characters

Author: Lynda Mulally Hunt wrote Fish in A Tree.
Main Character: Ally Nickerson struggles with school and self-identity.

Plot Details

Ally's Self-Description: In Chapter 1, Ally describes herself by repeatedly writing "Why" on her paper, expressing her confusion and struggle.
Ally's Gift to Mrs. Hall: In Chapter 2, Ally gives a sympathy card with beautiful yellow flowers to her teacher, believing it to be a wonderful card.
New Teacher Introduced: Mr. Daniels, the new 6th-grade teacher, is introduced in Chapter 3 as a supportive figure for Ally.

School Avoidance

Principal’s Role: Mrs. Silvers is the principal Ally visits when she tries to avoid class responsibilities.
Reading in the Principal's Office: Mrs. Silvers asks Ally to read a poster on the wall during her visit.

Ally's Talents and Interests

Artistic Skills: Ally is good at drawing and names her sketchbook "Sketchbook of Impossible Things," inspired by Alice in Wonderland.

Family Background

Frequent Moves: Ally’s family moves often due to her father's military career.
Family Dynamics: Ally’s brother, Travis, wants to open a restoration business after finishing school, indicating an entrepreneurial spirit.

Relationships

Supportive Friends: Keisha stands up for Albert when he is bullied, showing the theme of friendship and support.
Feeling of Guilt: Ally feels remorse for participating in mocking Albert alongside Shay and Jessica.

Personal Growth

Ally’s Unique Item: In Chapter 9, Ally shares a 1943 steel penny with her class, given by her dad to symbolize her uniqueness.
Journaling Freedom: Mr. Daniels encourages students to write freely in their journals, allowing Ally to express herself artistically.

Emotional Challenges

Feeling Invisible: Ally draws a dark box in her journal, representing feelings of being unseen and misunderstood.
Peer Pressure: Ally recognizes the impact of peer pressure when she participates in making fun of Albert.

Key Incidents

Courage and Kindness: During a pivotal moment, Ally shares her flowers with Keisha, modeling kindness even when faced with challenges.
Identifying with Others: Ally's interactions highlight the importance of standing up for friends and recognizing others' feelings.

Teacher's Influence

Mr. Daniels's Methods: He uses creative approaches like keeping conversations confidential, building trust with students.
Encouragement by Mr. Daniels: He rewards Ally for her insights, emphasizing the value of her thoughts and contributions in class.

These notes summarize central themes, character developments, and significant relationships in Fish in A Tree, focusing on Ally's journey and the supportive role of Mr. Daniels and friends.

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Test your knowledge of the first three chapters of Fish in A Tree by Lynda Mulally Hunt. Explore Ally Nickerson's experiences with self-identity, her interactions with teachers, and her imaginative skills as she navigates school challenges. This quiz covers key plot points and character developments in these chapters.

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