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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. In Chapter V, "Auditions," the note that Kelly passes to Melissa (George) says that she will be what?
2. At the beginning of Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," what makes Melissa cry in class?
3. In Chapter VI, "Taken," what does George (Melissa) do on the way to school?
4. Which of Melissa's (George's) classmates used to be her friend but is now one of the bullies?
5. In Chapter V, "Auditions," what lie does Melissa (George) tell her mother?
Short Essay Questions
1. At the end of Chapter I, "Secrets," why does Melissa (George) wish to be someone else?
2. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," what are Kelly's complaints about lunch?
3. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," Kelly spends quite a bit of time talking about the poor cooking of school lunches. What does this reveal about her and about her background?
4. In Chapter III, "Acting Is Just Pretend," there are a lot of details about dinners cooked by Kelly's father and Melissa's (George's) mother. Explain the purpose of including these details.
5. Why is Melissa (George) so preoccupied with things that are pink and things that are blue?
6. When Jeff joins their class, how does Rick change?
7. In Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," what school tradition is discussed?
8. Describe the inside of Kelly's house.
9. In Chapter V, "Auditions," what story does Scott tell at dinner, and how does his mother react?
10. In Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," why do Jeff and Rick say cruel things to Melissa (George) about her reaction to the book Charlotte's Web?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
What does the nickname "Gee-gee" tell you about the relationship between Melissa and her mother? Explain two things that this nickname implies about their relationship.
Essay Topic 2
Describe Kelly's father and his relationship with Kelly. As you write, think about the following questions: What kind of a person does he seem to be, and what kind of a father does he seem to be? What about his relationship with Kelly seems positive for Kelly? Is there anything in their relationship that you question, or think might not be in Kelly's best interest? On balance, do you think he is a good father?
Essay Topic 3
There are numerous ways that Melissa's school reinforces gender norms. Describe several of these and comment on how realistic this depiction of contemporary schools is.
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