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," how does Melissa (George) react to Scott's description of the zombie movie?
(a) She cries.
(b) She asks to borrow it.
(c) She laughs.
(d) She thinks it is gross.

2. In Chapter I, "Secrets," why does Melissa (George) want to keep her stuffed animals and toys?
(a) The stuffed animals are the only toy that seems like a "girl" toy to her.
(b) She needs them to hide her magazines.
(c) Her father gave them to her before he moved out.
(d) She still plays with them.

3. 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?
(a) Hyperbole.
(b) Allusion.
(c) Onomatopoeia.
(d) Metaphor.

4. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," what bothers Melissa (George) about Kelly's reaction to her wanting to play Charlotte?
(a) Kelly acts like it is not a big deal.
(b) Kelly says that Melissa is not talented enough to get the part.
(c) Kelly just ignores her.
(d) Kelly is jealous of Melissa's talent.

5. What is "Super Special Surprise" ?
(a) One of Mr. Arden's songs.
(b) A present Kelly is planning for Melissa.
(c) A prank that Jeff has planned for audition day.
(d) Fried leftovers.