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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III: Pages 165 through 185.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the educational chiropractor, how many units can a teacher teach per school year?
(a) 9.
(b) 5.
(c) 14.
(d) 25.

2. Why is Codell dissatisfied with the funeral service held for Ismene?
(a) Codell feels the eulogies given at the service are inadequate.
(b) It is raining hard, which Codell considers a bad omen.
(c) The service is small, and Codell believes Ismene deserved a much larger service.
(d) The service is conducted in a foreign language, and the behavior of those in attendance makes Codell nervous.

3. What theme does Codell choose for her students for their Christmas assembly?
(a) A Cajun Christmas.
(b) California Christmas.
(c) Ye Olde London Christmas.
(d) It's a Hairy Merry Christmas.

4. What is the stated purpose of the "educational chiropractor" early in Part III?
(a) To "align" the teachers' curriculum.
(b) To "work out the kinks" in school rules.
(c) To "straighten out" the student body.
(d) To "massage" the teachers' union into agreeing to lesser pay.

5. Who does Codell make her "time machine" out of?
(a) An old armoire.
(b) Heavy curtains.
(c) A large plastic tarp.
(d) A refrigerator box covered in aluminum foil.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to a November 10th entry, what did Codell's landlord call her father's apartment?

2. What is Codell's true intention in using the time machine?

3. Why does B. B. start to misbehave around 1:20 PM every day?

4. How does Ruben show his affectionate crush for Codell?

5. According to Codell, how must a teacher behave with a student to get him/her to learn?

(see the answer key)

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