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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which statement does Beatrice make before the science fair?
(a) You know, even if you don't win, I'm still proud of you.
(b) You better win.
(c) I'm really proud of you and I'd be happy to make a speech if you win.
(d) I don't care even if you do win the whole thing, I'm not making any speech.

2. What does Tillie ask Beatrice after the science fair?
(a) Mother, you didn't kill it, did you?
(b) Mother, could I have some tea?
(c) Mother, did you get your hair done?
(d) Mother, did I look okay up there on the stage?

3. Ruth is excited to meet this person at the science fair.
(a) Chris Burns.
(b) Mr. Goodman.
(c) Janice Vickery.
(d) Miss Hanley.

4. What is Ruth concerned about before Tillie goes on stage?
(a) She is worried that Tillie will trip and fall.
(b) She is worried that students will make fun of Tillie's appearance.
(c) She is worried that the judges will disqualify Tillie.
(d) She is worried that the rabbit will get out of its cage.

5. Which character speaks the final line in Act 2?
(a) Tillie.
(b) Beatrice.
(c) Nanny.
(d) Ruth.

6. Which two characters argue prior to the science fair?
(a) Ruth and Nanny.
(b) Beatrice and Ruth.
(c) Tillie and Mr. Goodman.
(d) Nanny and Tillie.

7. How did the science experiment make Tillie feel?
(a) Smart.
(b) Small.
(c) Important.
(d) Introverted.

8. Who attends the science fair with Tillie?
(a) Beatrice and Ruth.
(b) Beatrice, Ruth, and Nanny.
(c) Ruth.
(d) Beatrice.

9. What does Nanny say in Act 2?
(a) She mumbles inaudibly while on the phone with her daughter.
(b) "I want to go home."
(c) "Why is everybody so excited?"
(d) Nothing. She has no lines in Act 2.

10. Select the character who makes the following statement: "I can't help it what people call you."
(a) Ruth.
(b) Tillie.
(c) Mr. Goodman.
(d) Beatrice.

11. During the final portion of Tillie's science presentation, what special effect is used?
(a) Part of her speech is reverberated electronically and deep pulses of music are added as the light focuses on Tillie's face.
(b) The sound of cats meowing is heard over the sound system, followed by the ringing of bells.
(c) Beatrice's voice is intertwined with Tillie's as the sound of horses trotting can be heard in the background.
(d) Her voice is distorted and she sounds like an old woman.

12. Which character stays home to care for Nanny during the science fair?
(a) Tillie.
(b) Beatrice.
(c) Papa.
(d) Ruth.

13. Why does Beatrice try to convince Tillie to put a bow in her hair?
(a) She thinks that people will like Tillie for trying to look nice.
(b) She thinks that Tillie needs more style.
(c) She thinks that Tillie's hair is out of control without the bow.
(d) She thinks that Tillie looks like a boy without hair accessories.

14. Which of the following characters is not at home in Act 2?
(a) Janice Vickery.
(b) Tillie.
(c) Nanny.
(d) Ruth.

15. Select the character below who makes the following statement in Act 2: "I hate the world."
(a) Tillie.
(b) Nanny.
(c) Beatrice.
(d) Ruth.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Ruth, who is waiting to see Beatrice at the science fair?

2. What does Zindel state about Ruth's appearance at the beginning of Act 2?

3. According to Tillie, the seeds which received moderate radiation ...

4. What does Ruth bring out of her room after the science fair in Act 2?

5. What was the name of the animal used in Janice's experiment?

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