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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," which are the two characters that all students read for their auditions?

2. At the end of Chapter III, "Acting Is Just Pretend," what does Melissa's (George's) mother give her before bed?

3. Which is the best description of Kelly's room?

4. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," when does Melissa (George) agree to practice with Kelly?

5. What question does Melissa (George) want to ask her mom at dinner in Chapter III, ("Acting Is Just Pretend")?

Short Essay Questions

1. At the end of Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," what nightmare does Melissa (George) have about playing Charlotte?

2. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," why does Melissa (George) not want her classmates to know that she is going to try out for Charlotte?

3. In Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," how does Kelly react to the idea of Melissa (George) playing Charlotte?

4. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," what happens when Melissa (George) tries to practice her audition at recess?

5. In Chapter II, Rick and Jeff say "That ain't no girl. That's George," (12), and Kelly says "Who cares if you're not really a girl?" (23). What does this show about the feeling that her classmates get about Melissa (George)?

6. In Chapter V, "Auditions," what are two reasons that Kelly's note is so meaningful to Melissa (George)?

7. What does Melissa (George) hate about the boys' bathroom?

8. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," what bothers Melissa (George) so much about the men's magazine article on getting in touch with your "feminine" side?

9. Describe the inside of Kelly's house.

10. 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.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Chapter VII, "Time Drags When You're Miserable," why do you think that Scott invites Melissa to play Mario Kart? What are his stated reasons, and what do you think might be his more hidden reasons? Be sure to offer textual support for your claims.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the content of the magazines that Melissa loves. Explain the kind of person that these magazines are aimed at and what you think draws Melissa to them.

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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