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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his meeting with Nora, what does Principal Moore say causes teacher burnout?
(a) Coaching too many sports.
(b) Planning too many activities.
(c) Overreaction.
(d) Indifference.

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

3. Deidre realizes she is late for a meeting with whom?
(a) Maggie Crowley.
(b) Principal Moore.
(c) Carl McLean.
(d) Nora Baines.

4. What is the topic of the debate Maggie invites Nora and her class to attend?
(a) Censorship.
(b) Freedom of the press.
(c) Constitutional rights.
(d) Individual freedoms.

5. In a class discussion, what does Kate note about authors?
(a) Authors are not all male.
(b) Authors often use pseudonyms.
(c) Authors don't make much money.
(d) Authors are free to write whatever they want to.

Short Answer Questions

1. What, according to Dickenson, is the best way to fight a lie?

2. What does Karen suggest is the reason Principal Moore wanted the Dickens novel removed?

3. After local press publicizes the issues at the school, who begins to show interest in the story?

4. What does Kate believe educational institutions should guide students on?

5. What did de Tocqueville fear was lost in an effort by Americans to assimilate?

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