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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: Pages 20 through 45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Codell initially regret asking Twanette's mother to a conference on September 30?
(a) Twanette's mother promises to beat Twanette soundly so her attitude will change.
(b) Twanette's mother takes Twanette's side and blames Codell for the perceived misbehavior.
(c) Twanette's mother decides to pull Twanette from the class and change schools.
(d) Twanette's misbehavior only worsens after the conference.

2. 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) They are working off of an incorrect list of potential donors.
(c) They mistakenly try to approach businesses on a holiday when most are closed.
(d) Mr. Turner is rude to potential donors.

3. How old is Esme Codell when given a job at the public school at the start of the book?
(a) 30.
(b) 35.
(c) 24.
(d) 19.

4. What does Codell call the subject of Math?
(a) The Mystery of Symbols.
(b) Puzzling.
(c) Numbers Galore.
(d) Number Crunching 3000.

5. How does the class respond to Ashworth's revealing of his missing digit.
(a) They are silent, and most do not talk to Ashworth afterward.
(b) Many girls in the class are sickened at the sight.
(c) Several classmates loudly ridicule Ashworth, and Codell must shout them down.
(d) They support him and threaten to beat up anyone who does not.

Short Answer Questions

1. When an architect shows Codell her future classroom in Part I, which of the following is something Codell thinks?

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

3. What organization is established to evaluate Codell's Fairy Tale Festival proposal?

4. What does Codell tell her students about their "alphabet museum" in order to avoid potential embarrassment?

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

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