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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. On the first day of school, how does Codell determine where the students will sit?
(a) Students can choose their own seats on a first-come, first-served basis.
(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 are seated in a large circle so everyone is equal.

2. How many new teachers are introduced prior to the school's opening in Part I?
(a) 5.
(b) 12.
(c) 25.
(d) 35.

3. What is Ismene's response when Codell asks her if she is married?
(a) "Yes. The only thing that makes me happier than my students is my own children."
(b) "No. My husband died several years ago in a car accident."
(c) "No. I have enough children to take care of without a husband."
(d) "No. I never found the right man who could understand my passion for teaching."

4. Why do school administrators reject Codell's proposal for the Fairy Tale Festival?
(a) Administrators cannot agree on the day to have the festival.
(b) The subject matter is inappropriate in a school setting.
(c) The festival is too ambitious.
(d) Many of Codell's proposals pose a danger to safety.

5. Codell insists Mr. Turner refer to her by what title?
(a) Mrs. Esme.
(b) Ms. Codell.
(c) Ms. Esme.
(d) Mrs. Raji Codell.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Codell organize a field trip to the university science fair on October 13?

2. What pop culture figure does Codell use for her "best papers" bulletin board?

3. On September 27, what book is read that inspires Ashworth to reveal his missing digit to the class?

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

5. How do older teachers react to the great effort Codell takes with preparing her classroom for the first day of school?

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