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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: Chapter III ("Acting Is Just Pretend") and Chapter IV ("Anticipation").

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," what are Maddy, Emma, and the other girls doing at recess?
(a) Imitating Melissa and Kelly.
(b) Talking about a television show.
(c) Looking at Jeff's phone.
(d) Rehearsing their auditions.

2. What does Melissa's (George's) teacher say in Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," that makes Melissa cry even harder?
(a) That everyone dies.
(b) That only a baby would cry about a dead spider.
(c) That she needs to get to work.
(d) That Melissa will grow up to be a fine man.

3. In the Chapter I, "Secrets," description of Scott, what purpose do details like the hole in his jeans and his months without a haircut serve?
(a) These details show that Scott is often dirty and sloppy.
(b) These details show that Melissa (George) does not really like her brother.
(c) These details show that Melissa (George) is judgmental about her brother's appearance.
(d) These details show that Scott is comfortable with male gender norms.

4. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," what does Ms. Udell say to anyone who is focused on the play instead of on their work during the morning?
(a) They will serve detention.
(b) Their parents will be called.
(c) They will not be allowed to audition.
(d) They will have to write an extra journal entry, about "responsibility."

5. Which is the best description of Melissa's (George's) school?
(a) Orderly.
(b) Relaxed.
(c) Overcrowded.
(d) Chaotic.

Short Answer Questions

1. What question does Melissa (George) want to ask her mom at dinner in Chapter III, ("Acting Is Just Pretend")?

2. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," what bothers Melissa (George) about Kelly's reaction to her wanting to play Charlotte?

3. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," what makes Melissa (George) giggle frantically?

4. What is "Super Special Surprise" ?

5. In Chapter III, ("Acting Is Just Pretend"), what does Kelly say was once true about the theater?

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