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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: Pages 45 through 71.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Codell and Mr. Turner fail to secure any donations, according to the July 28th entry?
(a) Most of the businesses approached are poor, small, and highly unlikely donors.
(b) Mr. Turner is rude to potential donors.
(c) They are working off of an incorrect list of potential donors.
(d) They mistakenly try to approach businesses on a holiday when most are closed.

2. On the first day of school, how does Codell determine where the students will sit?
(a) Students are seated in a large circle so everyone is equal.
(b) Codell has the students choose numbered seating assignments from a hat.
(c) Students take turns picking numbered apples from a bulletin board.
(d) Students can choose their own seats on a first-come, first-served basis.

3. Why does Mr. Turner object to the winner of the Addy doll during the November 5th assembly?
(a) Mr. Turner does not believe the doll is appropriate in a school setting.
(b) The winner is Hispanic, and Mr. Turner believes that, since Addy is black, a black person should win.
(c) Mr. Turner believes the winner cheated in order to win the raffle.
(d) The winner is a boy, and Mr. Turner doesn't believe boys should play with dolls.

4. What poem, dedicated to Brandi, does Codell make her October 19th entry?
(a) How to Tame a Tiger.
(b) How to Teach Impossible Students.
(c) How to Fold a Paper Snowflake.
(d) How to Draw an Invisible Dragon.

5. What was Codell's impression of prostitutes on her block as a young child?
(a) Codell is tricked by her father into believing they are movie stars.
(b) They constantly curse at Codell, and she avoids them whenever possible.
(c) Codell know about the nature of their profession and is disgusted by them.
(d) Codell admires them for their bold, colorful clothing choices.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Turner initially call Codell, which frustrates her?

2. Which of the following is NOT an activity Codell describes her class doing for Halloween?

3. Who ultimately says "No" to Codell's proposal for the Fairy Tale Festival?

4. Which of the following terms best describes the manner in which Codell answers the panel in her first interview in Part I?

5. What is the name of the mentor who inspired Codell to do her best as a teacher?

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