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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10 and 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of plane was Ellen most afraid of?
(a) Small jets.
(b) Helicopters.
(c) Passenger planes.
(d) Prop planes.

2. What does Ellen reveal as the secret ingredient to her shared recipe?
(a) Basil.
(b) A maid.
(c) Vinegar.
(d) Vanilla.

3. How did Ellen feel about chanting on the plane?
(a) It made her feel silly.
(b) It made her feel better.
(c) It made her more scared.
(d) It made her feel alone.

4. How was Ellen told babies came to be?
(a) From a catalogue.
(b) From a secret sauce.
(c) From a load of laundry.
(d) From a garden patch.

5. What is the title of Chapter 11?
(a) Things That I Will Never Again Do as They are Stupid.
(b) Things That Should Never Be Attempted.
(c) Things That Lead to Happiness in Life.
(d) Things That Sound Like a Good Idea at First, But Really Aren't.

Short Answer Questions

1. How was Ellen's brother treated differently than she was?

2. How did Mr. Lamar describe Ellen as a student?

3. What amazes Ellen about some people's childhoods?

4. What does Ellen do while her recipe is cooking?

5. What did Ellen mistake for a crash dive on a plane?

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