Among the Imposters

Reading and Text Analysis - English Language

📘 Among the Impostors – Chapters 1–5

Comprehension & Vocabulary Worksheet

Name: _________________________  Date: ________________

📖 Comprehension Questions

Answer in complete sentences. Use evidence from the text where possible.

  1. Why does Luke hesitate to read Mr. Talbot’s note, and what might this say about his trust in others?
  1. What are some early clues that Hendricks School is not a traditional school environment?
  1. What emotions does Luke experience during his first night at Hendricks, and how are those feelings described?
  1. In what ways does Luke try to avoid standing out among the other boys?
  1. How does the use of the fake name “Lee Grant” affect Luke’s sense of self?
  1. What does Luke notice about the other students that seems odd or unsettling?
  1. How does Luke respond to the feeling of being locked in his room?
  1. What do we learn about Luke’s past that helps us understand why he finds the school experience so overwhelming?
  1. What strategies does Luke begin to use to make sense of his new environment?
  1. How is fear (either physical or emotional) shown in these chapters?

🧠 Vocabulary Matching

Match each vocabulary word to its correct definition. Write the correct letter next to the number.

#WordMatch Letter

1Bravado___

2Trepidation___

3Agoraphobic___

4Gawked___

5Menacingly___

6Communal___

7Feebly___

8Vacant___

 

Definitions:
A. Empty or unoccupied
B. Weakly; without strength
C. A bold manner meant to impress
D. Fear of open or public spaces
E. Stared openly, often in surprise
F. In a threatening or dangerous way
G. Shared by a group or community
H. A feeling of fear about something coming

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