93 pages • 3 hours read
Gennifer CholdenkoAl Capone Does My Shirts
Fiction | Novel | Middle GradeA modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Reading Questions & Paired Texts
Reading Check and Short Answer questions on key points are designed for guided reading assignments, in-class review, formative assessment, quizzes, and more.
Chapters 1-6
Reading Check
1. Where does Moose’s father intend to send Natalie to school?
2. Who is the first person to introduce themself to Moose and Natalie?
3. Who does the laundry on the island?
Short Answer
Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.
1. How does Moose Flanagan feel about moving to Alcatraz, and what evidence supports your assessment of his feelings?
2. Why does Moose have conflicting feelings about Natalie?
3. Describe the role that has been given to Theresa on the island.
Paired Resource
- This article explores the history behind Alcatraz Island.
- The information connects to theme of Imprisonment.
- How did Alcatraz Island acquire its name? After the island was acquired by the United States, what was it first used for? When did Alcatraz officially become a federal prison? Who were some of the infamous or well-known inmates on the island? What is Alcatraz Island used for today?
Chapters 7-12
Reading Check
1. What does Moose write a note to Scout about?
2. Who is recommended to Helen as a special education tutor for Natalie?
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