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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 I, "Secrets," Scott tells Melissa that he stopped at home to get what?
(a) Dinner.
(b) Mario Kart.
(c) A zombie movie.
(d) Some money.

2. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," why does Melissa (George) not agree to practice at lunch?
(a) She is afraid that someone will tell Ms. Udell.
(b) She does not want people to overhear.
(c) She is angry at Kelly.
(d) She is having second thoughts about trying out for Charlotte.

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

4. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," Kelly uses the expression "al dente." What does this expression translate as?
(a) In front of.
(b) Dented.
(c) To the tooth.
(d) Quickly.

5. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," who supervises the children at recess?
(a) Ms. Udell
(b) Mr. Arden.
(c) Mr. Jackson.
(d) Mrs. Fields.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who are Mr. Zuckerman and Mr. Arable?

2. 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?

3. Alex Gino repeats words like "bang" and "thump" when describing Scott moving around the house. What purpose does this serve?

4. The scene in Chapter III, ("Acting Is Just Pretend"), where Melissa (George) takes a bath is probably included to show what?

5. What does Melissa (George) try to tell Kelly in Chapter III, ("Acting Is Just Pretend")?

(see the answer key)

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