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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Deirdre work previous to joining George Mason High School?
(a) A pre-school.
(b) A bookstore.
(c) A private school for girls.
(d) The town library.

2. What does Mr. Moore believe will happen in Nora's class?
(a) The book will be censored of all offensive content.
(b) The book will no longer be taught.
(c) The book will be taught in the context of anti-racism.
(d) The black students will be excused from the class.

3. What is Barney's full first name?
(a) Barnabas.
(b) Barnard.
(c) Barnett.
(d) Barnum.

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

5. What does Carl McLean demand?
(a) That the library be closed.
(b) The Nora be fired.
(c) That his son be transferred to another school.
(d) That the book be removed from the school.

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

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

8. Who does Principal Moore request to come to see him first thing in the morning?
(a) Barney Roth.
(b) Nora Baines.
(c) Gordon McLean.
(d) Deirdre Fitzgerald.

9. What does Nora anticipate will happen at the school over the "Huckleberry Finn" issue?
(a) She anticipates a "big explosion".
(b) She anticipates a "pointless confrontation".
(c) She anticipates a "heated discussion".
(d) She anticipates a "coup d'etat".

10. It is Black's belief that having the ability to explore, grow and adapt free of government control will create what for the people?
(a) Fortune and prosperity.
(b) Happiness and security.
(c) Misery and anguish.
(d) Sense and sensibility.

11. Why does Griswold think schools should introduce religious concepts?
(a) Schools are a place of learning.
(b) Parents don't have time to teach religion.
(c) You need knowledge of religious concepts to get into college.
(d) Modern kids are lack morals.

12. Where is the book that Barney is seeking?
(a) Nora has borrowed the book.
(b) The book has been replaced.
(c) The book has been "removed".
(d) Another sudent has borrowed the book.

13. Who is Hugo Black?
(a) A school janitor.
(b) A participant in the debate.
(c) A Supreme Court Justice
(d) A student in Maggie's class.

14. In Matthew's story, what was the topic of the speaker's speech?
(a) The marvels of the body.
(b) The miracles of the mind.
(c) The essence of the soul.
(d) The mysteries of the universe.

15. What did Mrs. Salter do after fighting with Mr. Moore about what was happening in the library?
(a) Mrs. Salter burned a pile of books.
(b) Mrs. Salter took an extended vacation.
(c) Mrs. Salter threw books at Mr. Moore.
(d) Mrs. Salter quit her job.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Nora, how did Principal Moore deal with controversial books?

2. What nickname do Barney and Luke have for their principal?

3. At which university was the speaker Matthew Griswold referred to in his story booed?

4. As Nora passes Gordon in the hall, what does he proclaim?

5. What scenario does Griswald use to question the definition of freedom?

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