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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. When an architect shows Codell her future classroom in Part I, which of the following is something Codell thinks?
(a) She does not like the "new construction" smell, preferring the unique smell of a school classroom.
(b) She is glad her classroom is so far away from Mr. Turner's office.
(c) The classroom will be much too small for her expected number of students.
(d) She wishes the classroom was on the second story for safety reasons.

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

3. Why is Codell angry after she breaks up a fight between two girls on December 8th?
(a) No other teachers stepped in to help Codell.
(b) In her attempt to stop the fight, she inadvertently injured one of the girls with her elbow.
(c) Codell is unable to get the girls to stop arguing after the physical fight is over.
(d) It is after school, and Codell is not compensated for her time.

4. On October 29th, Codell creates an after-school club with what focus?
(a) The Thinking Cap, in order to "increase" everyone's intelligence.
(b) Outdoor sports.
(c) Activities related to the "Addy" series of books.
(d) Activities related to The Bat-Poet book.

5. What film, the first classic film Codell shows, is shown in October 15?
(a) The Bishop's Wife.
(b) The Miracle Worker.
(c) Citizen Kane.
(d) Casablanca.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Shira undergoes a change on December 13 when she begins dancing to which Christmas song?

3. How does the class respond to Ashworth's revealing of his missing digit.

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

5. What is Ismene's response when Codell asks her if she is married?

(see the answer key)

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