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

2. According to a November 2nd entry, what does Codell do to help teach about inventors?
(a) Has the kids invent their own "better mouse trap."
(b) Holds a brainstorming session in which kids think of fantastic inventions.
(c) Helps her students create a simplified cotton gin.
(d) Dresses up in a wild outfit full of accessories that have inventor stories behind them.

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

4. What name does Codell choose for her students to call her?
(a) Mrs. Raji Codell.
(b) Ms. Esme.
(c) Mrs. Esme.
(d) Madame Esme.

5. What occurs on the bus ride to the university science fair on October 13?
(a) The bus suffers a flat tire, and the students miss the fair.
(b) Codell must break up a fight between two female students.
(c) The students manage to finish a lengthy "99 Bottles of Beer on the Wall" sing-a-long.
(d) The bus is attacked by gang members, who throw rocks at the windows.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How long into Codell's teacher observation time is she allowed to teach?

3. Why do school administrators reject Codell's proposal for the Fairy Tale Festival?

4. How does Codell eventually ensure her students do not steal books that they borrow?

5. What container does Codell create to allow students to symbolically rid themselves of worries?

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