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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 48, Martha makes a note for her book that states that James has _________________________.
(a) a really bad temper.
(b) a killer smile.
(c) epic film talent.
(d) a brain the size of a microbe.

2. What does Martha ask Godbee for In Chapter 49?
(a) A recipe book.
(b) A baby food jar.
(c) A photo album.
(d) A head scarf.

3. What does Alice warn Martha about before the family goes out to dinner?
(a) To turn off her cell phone.
(b) Not to argue with Vince.
(c) To put on a dress.
(d) Not to chew gum in the restaurant.

4. What does Martha carry in her pocket when she takes Lucy for a walk?
(a) Diaper.
(b) An empty jar.
(c) Gummy bears.
(d) Snack crackers.

5. In what state does Martha's family live?
(a) Ohio.
(b) Montana.
(c) Washington.
(d) Indiana.

6. What has stained Godbee's hands?
(a) Varnish.
(b) Food coloring.
(c) Furniture polish.
(d) Blueberries.

7. Which of the jars of colored water does Lucy like best?
(a) Green.
(b) Yellow.
(c) Blue.
(d) Red.

8. What is a random thought that comes to Martha as she thinks in a poetic mindset?
(a) Can you put the sea in a bottle.
(b) Why do people hurt other people?
(c) Can you love somebody too much.
(d) Does a person's soul ever die.

9. What does Martha realize as she paints on the sidewalk?
(a) No one will ever remember Olive.
(b) She will take another stab at writing the book about Olive.
(c) She would be Olive's friend if given the opportunity.
(d) She was silly to bring the water from the ocean.

10. Where does Martha find a note addressed to her?
(a) Taped to the front door.
(b) Under the doormat.
(c) Under a pot of geraniums.
(d) In the mailbox.

11. Who does Martha imagine is with her at the location in #160?
(a) Jimmy.
(b) Kyle.
(c) Tate.
(d) Evan.

12. What question does Jimmy ask Martha in Chapter 39?
(a) If she will carry his camera.
(b) If she will go to the bonfire with him.
(c) If she has ever been kissed.
(d) If she will shoot some video of him surfing.

13. Why does Alice tell Martha that Martha will make a good mother one day?
(a) Because she is very protective of those she loves.
(b) Because she has a nurturing attitude.
(c) Because she has a playful spirit.
(d) Because she is very patient with Lucy.

14. How old is Jimmy?
(a) 17.
(b) 16.
(c) 12.
(d) 14.

15. Where does Jimmy kiss Martha?
(a) In the Benton house.
(b) On the patio.
(c) On the beach.
(d) In the stables.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Martha and Jimmy build on the beach?

2. What does Martha yell when she returns to her house?

3. Why is Martha especially sad to leave Godbee this time?

4. What does Alice whisper to Martha in Chapter 47?

5. What comment does an adult make about Martha and Jimmy that makes them both angry?

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