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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. In the beginning of the novel, what is the first thing that Melissa (George) does when she gets home?
(a) She gets the magazines out and spends time looking at them.
(b) She makes herself a snack and does homework.
(c) She plays Mario Kart with Scott.
(d) She calls Kelly to talk about the ending of Charlotte's Web.

2. In Chapter I, "Secrets," what does Scott assume that Melissa (George) is looking at in the bathroom?
(a) Her new hairstyle.
(b) Pornography.
(c) Teen magazines.
(d) Makeup.

3. At the beginning of Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," what makes Melissa cry in class?
(a) Charlotte's death.
(b) Her teacher's unfair punishment.
(c) A cruel note from Alex.
(d) Kelly's refusal to stand up for her.

4. How does Melissa's (George's) class travel through the school?
(a) In one long line where Melissa always has to stand next to Jeff.
(b) In a loud, disorganized crowd.
(c) In two lines: one for boys and one for girls.
(d) In one long line where Melissa always gets to stand next to Kelly.

5. After Scott leaves, where does Melissa hide the blue bag?
(a) In a bathroom cupboard.
(b) In the basement.
(c) In her closet.
(d) In Scott's room.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter I, "Secrets," what does Melissa (George) think about the girls in the magazine?

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

3. On page 5, the narrator tells us that when the bathroom door rattles, "It was as if Scott were rattling George's heart inside her rib cage." This is an example of which technique?

4. Which of Melissa's (George's) classmates used to be her friend but is now one of the bullies?

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

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