Ramona Quimby, Age 8

Ramona is the main character of this story because she is specifically mentioned as one of the options and the correct answer. The other options, Picky Picky and yard ape, are not mentioned as potential main characters, making Ramona the only logical choice.

Based on the information provided, it can be inferred that Ramona is in 3rd grade.

Ramona gets to school by riding the bus. This means that she uses public transportation to commute to school instead of walking or taking a private vehicle like a limo. Riding the bus is a common and practical way for students to travel to school, especially if they live far away or if their school is not within walking distance.

The "yard ape" stole Ramona's pink eraser from her on the school bus.

The correct answer is Mrs. Whaley. This can be inferred from the question which asks for the name of Ramona Quimby's third-grade teacher. Since Mrs. Whaley is one of the options provided and the question is specific to Ramona Quimby's teacher, it can be concluded that Mrs. Whaley is the correct answer.

Ramona was excited on the first day of school because she got to ride the bus to school. This suggests that she enjoys the experience of taking the bus, which could be due to various reasons such as the sense of independence, socializing with other students on the bus, or simply finding it fun. The other options, picking on other students and being happy to eat school lunches, do not provide a valid explanation for her excitement on the first day of school.

DEAR stands for "Drop Everything And Read". This term is used to describe the time allocated for silent sustained reading after lunch in Ramona's class. It implies that students should put aside all other activities and focus solely on reading during this designated time.

Ramona goes to Howie Kemp's house after school.

Beatrice is Ramona's sister.

Mrs. Quimby's job at the hospital is a receptionist.