One of Us is Lying

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 1-9

Reading Check

1. What is the name of Simon Kelleher’s gossip app?

2. Why does Cooper not like writing with his right hand?

3. What happens to Cooper’s voice when he becomes nervous?

4. Which university is a “family tradition” for Bronwyn?

5. Why does Officer Budapest want to follow up with Addy?

6. Where does Nate go with Officer Lopez?

Short Answer

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

1. Why is Bronwyn in detention? What interesting information does she learn when she is in there?

2. Why does Simon need a pen in Chapter 1? Describe what happens to him. Why is the situation perplexing to Simon’s companions?

3. Describe Nate’s family and living situation. How does Nate deal with his circumstances?

4. What information does someone start posting on Tumblr? Describe the content.

5. Compare and contrast Addy’s and Cooper’s reactions to the detective sharing Simon’s scheduled blog post.

6. What does Addy admit to Jake in Chapter 9? How does he react?

Paired Resource

“Anaphylaxis: First Aid”

• Mayo Clinic’s step-by-step guide for recognizing an allergic reaction
• Based on the above resource, did the students take the appropriate actions to stop Simon’s allergic reaction? Why or why not?