106 pages 3 hours read

Gordon Korman

Slacker

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2016

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Reading Questions & Paired Texts

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 1-6

Reading Check

1. What is the name of the gaming competition Cam wants to enter?

2. Who is Elvis?

3. What does Mr. Fanshaw want to sell?

Short Answer

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

1. Why does Pavel compare Cam to Lebron James and Leonardo da Vinci?

2. Why are Daphne and Mr. Fanshaw worried about the new mall that has opened?

Paired Resource

Are Video Games Good for You and Your Brain?

  • This article from the Cleveland Clinic explores both the positive and negative effects of playing video games.
  • What are some signs of gaming addiction? How does Cam exemplify these signs? Does Cam also exhibit any signs of gaining positive effects from gaming?

Chapters 7-11

Reading Check

1. What sport does String McBean play?

2. What happens to people who try to join the P.A.G. through the web page?

3. What is the P.A.G.’s first project?

Short Answer

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

1. Why does Jordan Toleffsen join the P.A.G.?

2. What is Mr.

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