The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl

Reading Check and Short Answer Questions on key plot points are designed for guided reading assignments, in-class review, formative assessment, quizzes, and more.

Chapters 1-11

Reading Check

1. How old is Lucy when she is struck by lightning?

2. After six semesters online, what school subject is Lucy still not very good at?

3. What kind of candy does Windy ask Lucy to bring to her apartment if she comes over to visit?

Short Answer

Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.

1. What is Nana and Paul’s main reason for wanting Lucy to go to a regular school?

2. What is Lucy trying to avoid by repeating things exactly three times, such as when she sits down three times in the principal’s office?

3. Why does going to the online math chat room after school make Lucy feel better?

4. What is Mr. Stoker’s explanation of why students have to show their work when they solve math problems?

Paired Resources

“OCD Explained for Beginners—How I Wish I Was Taught”

• In this 9-minute video, a clinical psychologist explains what OCD is and how it impacts those who have the disorder. [Note: At 5:20, Dr. Mattu begins talking about diagnosis and treatment--this last section of the video is less relevant to a classroom context.