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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: Chapter I ("Secrets") and Chapter II ("Charlotte Dies").

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the beginning of Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," we are told that Melissa (George) rubs her eyes until "rows and rows of tiny triangles twirled and twinkled in the darkness" (Gino 11). What technique is being used here?
(a) Metaphor.
(b) Rhyme.
(c) Alliteration.
(d) Hyperbole.

2. 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 Melissa (George) does not really like her brother.
(b) These details show that Scott is comfortable with male gender norms.
(c) These details show that Melissa (George) is judgmental about her brother's appearance.
(d) These details show that Scott is often dirty and sloppy.

3. Alex Gino repeats words like "bang" and "thump" when describing Scott moving around the house. What purpose does this serve?
(a) It foreshadows the argument about Scott making too much noise.
(b) It highlights the differences between Melissa (George) and Scott.
(c) It reminds us that Scott is a musician.
(d) It characterizes Melissa (George) as picky, because of how much the noise bothers her.

4. In Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," why does Melissa (George) take a long time to get back to her classroom from her trip to the bathroom?
(a) She does not want to get back because she is afraid that her classmates will laugh at her.
(b) She spends time at her locker, sneaking a peek at one of her magaines.
(c) She is stopped in the hallway by the principal.
(d) She really hates writing in her jounral.

5. When Melissa (George) is trying to hide her magazines from Scott in Chapter I, where does she stash them?
(a) In the shower.
(b) Under a rug.
(c) Under her shirt.
(d) In the towel cupboard.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter I, "Secrets," it is implied that Melissa (George) hides her ChapStick in the spring because of what?

2. Where is Melissa's (George's) house key?

3. In Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," what good news does Kelly have for Melissa (George)?

4. At the beginning of Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," what makes Melissa cry in class?

5. In Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," what are readers told that Kelly smells like?

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