This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 5: Chapter Thirteen, ("Ripples") through Chapter Fifteen, ("And the Winner Is").

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Nick's teacher react to the tropical island decorations?
(a) She says they are "colorful" and seems happy.
(b) She asks Nick to stop making a mess.
(c) She sighs and tells Nick that he is being childish.
(d) She asks if the kids would mind if she plays some "beach" music.

2. How does Nick introduce his new word?
(a) He pretends to have forgotten his pen.
(b) He puts up a poster with a pen on it.
(c) He starts a pretend argument about who took his pen.
(d) He gives everyone in class a new pen.

3. Who is Nick's fifth-grade language arts teacher?
(a) Mrs. Allen.
(b) Mrs. Granger.
(c) Mrs. Avery.
(d) Miss Deaver.

4. What is the second thing that Nick does with his trust fund money?
(a) Gives some to charity.
(b) Gives some to his brother.
(c) Gives some to his parents.
(d) Buys himself a computer, some games, and a bike.

5. Why is fifth grade different from third and fourth grades?
(a) It is more serious because students are getting ready for middle school.
(b) The fifth graders get an extra recess because they are older.
(c) The fifth graders are expected to do work in the summertime, before school starts.
(d) It is at a different school building.