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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. At the end of Chapter III, "Acting Is Just Pretend," what does Melissa's (George's) mother give her before bed?
(a) A kiss.
(b) A wristwatch that belonged to her father.
(c) A new copy of Charlotte's Web.
(d) Chocolate milk.

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

3. Which of Melissa's (George's) classmates used to be her friend but is now one of the bullies?
(a) Avery.
(b) Rick.
(c) Jeff.
(d) Kelly.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Melissa (George) hope that Mr. and Mrs. Williams do not move away?

2. When Melissa is crying and readers are told that one of her teardrops "spread into a spiderweb on the page," (12), what technique is being used?

3. What detail of dinner in Chapter III, ("Acting Is Just Pretend"), shows how thoughtful Melissa's (George's) mother is about her happiness?

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

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

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