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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: Pages 112 through 134.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On September 27, what book is read that inspires Ashworth to reveal his missing digit to the class?
(a) Greek Myths.
(b) The Bat-Poet.
(c) Helen Keller's Life.
(d) The Hundred Dresses.

2. What is Codell's impression of the scary story contest she holds for Halloween?
(a) She is amazed at Vanessa's story, and how effectively scary it is.
(b) She is uncomfortable with the level of gore several students use.
(c) She is frustrated that most students haven't improved their writing skills.
(d) She is disappointed that only a few students volunteer stories for the contest.

3. How does Codell respond to Billy Williams when the boy claims that he hates her?
(a) "I'm not crazy about you either, kid, but we have to find a way to stand one another."
(b) "Every time you say that, you hurt my heart and make me sad."
(c) "Every time you say you hate me, I'm going to give you an extra homework problem."
(d) "No matter how you feel about me, I will always love you."

4. Why does Codell fear that student B. B. will be chosen as the first student to use the time machine?
(a) B. B. is afraid of the dark, and using the time machine involves being in the dark.
(b) B. B. is described as a "hopeless daydreamer," and B. B. may refuse to leave the machine once inside.
(c) B. B. is described as a "terrible realist" who may not buy into the fantasy she's trying to create.
(d) B. B. is known for violence, and may destroy the time machine.

5. What gift does Codell buy for Melanie for her birthday?
(a) A backpack.
(b) A pack of lip glosses in various flavors.
(c) A child-sized purse.
(d) A Webster's Dictionary.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Codell's reading group method, what role does the "practical predictor" play?

2. How does the teachers union representative react to Codell's request to become a representative?

3. Which student must be stopped from casting voodoo spells on students in class?

4. What was Codell's impression of prostitutes on her block as a young child?

5. What is Ozzie's Native American name, as given to her in a naming ceremony?

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