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 III, ("Acting Is Just Pretend"), what do readers learn that Melissa's (George's) mother is opposed to?
(a) Texting at the dinner table.
(b) Scott dating.
(c) Makeup.
(d) Eating meat.

2. 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 really hates writing in her jounral.
(d) She is stopped in the hallway by the principal.

3. 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) Their parents will be called.
(b) They will serve detention.
(c) They will not be allowed to audition.
(d) They will have to write an extra journal entry, about "responsibility."

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

5. In Chapter III, ("Acting Is Just Pretend"), what upsetting name does Mr. Arden call Melissa (George)?
(a) Son.
(b) Mr. Mitchell.
(c) George.
(d) Sir.