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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Carl McLean?
(a) Gordon's father.
(b) The leader of the Parent Teacher Association.
(c) The school superintendant.
(d) A student in Nora's class.

2. What is Matthew Griswold's concern about freedom?
(a) That freedom is localized.
(b) That freedom is undervalued.
(c) That freedom is less individualized.
(d) That freedom is disappearing.

3. What does Luke think of Gordon's reaction to Huckleberry Finn?
(a) Luke thinks Gordon is overreacting.
(b) Luke thinks Gordon is misunderstanding the story.
(c) Luke thinks Gordon is right.
(d) Luke thinks Gordon is seeking attention.

4. What does Mr. Moore attempt to explain about the racist references in the novel?
(a) That the references really aren't that offensive.
(b) That the references are all in Mr. McLean's imagination.
(c) That the references are actually disapproving of racist attitudes.
(d) That the references are simply a sign of the times.

5. Why does Griswold approve of censorship?
(a) Because Griswold is easily offended.
(b) Because young minds should be protected from pollution.
(c) Because ignorance is bliss.
(d) Because Griswold realizes modern children are corrupt.

Short Answer Questions

1. What right(s) does Kate feel are being infringed on by having to read "Huckleberry Finn"?

2. According to Griswold, who has the right to participate in the activities of pubic school systems?

3. What does Carl McLean demand?

4. What would be Griswold's preferred title for the debate?

5. Why does Griswold think schools should introduce religious concepts?

(see the answer key)

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