Clueless
by Amy Heckerling
About_
This study guide accompanies a story following Cher Horowitz, a popular and well-intentioned Beverly Hills
teenager, as she matchmakes her teachers, transforms a new student, navigates crushes and heartbreak, and
ultimately discovers what really matters to her. Students will track Cher’s growth from a self-assured but
self-absorbed teen to someone who begins to look past appearances and popularity. The guide covers
comprehension and analysis of six chapter sections, a vocabulary-and-plot crossword, and a character study of the
protagonist. This study guide contains 78 questions across 6 chapter sections (60 Factual + 18 Critical), 1 Crossword
Puzzle (12 clues), and 1 Character Focus Activity.
What’s Included_
This study guide features 6 sets of 10 Factual Questions with an answer key (60 total), 6 sets of 3 Critical Analysis
Questions (18 total), 1 Crossword Puzzle (12 clues), and 1 Character Focus Activity (8 traits + evidence prompt +
critical thinking question).
Target Grades_
Grades 8-10
Teacher Note_
This guide is designed to make classroom discussion of the story both engaging and rigorous, blending fun recall
questions with deeper critical thinking prompts about character growth, motivation, and social dynamics. It’s ready
to use as-is, saving you prep time while still giving students plenty to chew on. Enjoy watching your students
connect with Cher’s journey from clueless to self-aware!