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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: Pages 20 through 45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the mentor who inspired Codell to do her best as a teacher?
(a) Ismene Siteles.
(b) Ms. Coil.
(c) Mr. Turner.
(d) Lillia.

2. What is Ismene's response when Codell asks her if she is married?
(a) "No. I never found the right man who could understand my passion for teaching."
(b) "No. I have enough children to take care of without a husband."
(c) "No. My husband died several years ago in a car accident."
(d) "Yes. The only thing that makes me happier than my students is my own children."

3. On the first day of school, how does Codell determine where the students will sit?
(a) Students take turns picking numbered apples from a bulletin board.
(b) Codell has the students choose numbered seating assignments from a hat.
(c) Students can choose their own seats on a first-come, first-served basis.
(d) Students are seated in a large circle so everyone is equal.

4. What is the ethnic makeup of Codell's class?
(a) Mostly black.
(b) About half and half, black and white.
(c) Mostly white.
(d) Mostly hispanic.

5. Which is NOT one of the activities Codell proposes for the Fairy Tale Festival?
(a) Ugly Duckling Match.
(b) Fairy Tale Fashion Show.
(c) Three Billy Goats Gruff Toss.
(d) Rescue the Princess from the Tower.

Short Answer Questions

1. On September 27, what book is read that inspires Ashworth to reveal his missing digit to the class?

2. How do older teachers react to the great effort Codell takes with preparing her classroom for the first day of school?

3. Who ultimately says "No" to Codell's proposal for the Fairy Tale Festival?

4. What does Codell use the Thinking Cap for?

5. What pop culture figure does Codell use for her "best papers" bulletin board?

(see the answer key)

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