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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. What does Melissa (George) try to tell Kelly in Chapter III, ("Acting Is Just Pretend")?
(a) That Kelly's dad should take better care of her.
(b) That she identifies as a girl.
(c) That she has a crush on a boy.
(d) That she and her mom are not getting along.

2. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," what are Maddy, Emma, and the other girls doing at recess?
(a) Imitating Melissa and Kelly.
(b) Talking about a television show.
(c) Looking at Jeff's phone.
(d) Rehearsing their auditions.

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter I, "Secrets," why does Melissa (George) want to keep her stuffed animals and toys?

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

3. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," what is Ms. Udell's response to Melissa's (George's) choice to not share her journal entry with the class?

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

5. In Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," what silly name does Kelly give herself?

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