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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the purpose of the class making a patchwork quilt?

2. In Codell's reading group method, what role does the "discussion director" play?

3. How does Codell prepare her students for the Storytelling Festival?

4. What activity did Codell have the class do to learn about light?

5. What is Mr. Turner's criticism of the Storyteller Festival?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

EDUCATING ESME is written as a series of journal entries. What effect does this format have on the narrative? What are its advantages and possible disadvantages?

Essay Topic 2

Describe Codell's unique approach to classroom reading. How does she divide the students, and what roles do they have? What might be the advantages to such a system? What are possible disadvantages?

Essay Topic 3

What are the numerous challenges of the poor, urban educational environment? How does Codell's attitude on this topic differ from Mr. Turner's?

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