Staying Fat For Sarah Byrnes

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

CHAPTERS 1-3

Reading Check

1. What is the name of the underground paper Eric and Sarah publish?

2. Who first served as inspiration for the underground paper?

3. Who does Eric think of when asked if Sarah has any other friends?

Short Answer

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

1. What factors contribute to the bond Eric and Sarah develop? How does Sarah’s friendship help Eric?

2. What is Eric’s typical response to individuals he dislikes? What examples from the novel exemplify this behavior?

Paired Resource

“How Can I Improve My Self-Esteem?”

• This article from Kid’s Health analyzes the elements that contribute to healthy and unhealthy self-esteem.
• Shared themes include Self-Acceptance.
• Where does self-esteem come from and how can it be improved? What external factors contribute to Eric’s low self-esteem? What changes improve Eric’s self-image?

CHAPTERS 4-6

Reading Check

1. Who does Sarah believe is a common enemy of herself and Dale?

2. Who does Dale accuse of being responsible for Sarah’s scars?

Short Answer

Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence.