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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. Where does Connor say his grandmother lives in Chapter 21?

2. What color is Rose's new laptop computer in Chapter 14?

3. Who stands next to Melody during the Whiz Kids competition in Chapter 24?

4. Who does Miss Gordon say invented the flush toilet in 1596?

5. Who calls Mrs. V to tell her about Melody's experience in history class in Chapter 18?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are the results of Mr. Dimming's test in Chapter 21?

2. What foreshadowing is seen in Chapter 19?

3. How does Rose's new computer inspire Melody in Chapter 14?

4. What is the plan for preparing for the national championship for the Spaulding Street Elementary Whiz Kids team in Chapter 27?

5. Who goes to the aquarium with Melody in Chapter 13? How does Melody describe the experience?

6. How does Rose behave toward Melody when she sees her in Mr. Dimming's class in Chapter 27? Why?

7. How do Melody's teachers and peers respond when she returns to school with her Medi-Talker in Chapter 16?

8. How is Melody introduced to the character named Paul? What has Paul done to assist Melody?

9. What are the first words that Melody says to her parents with her Medi-Talker? How do they respond?

10. What convinces Mr. Dimming to allow Melody to take the test in Chapter 20?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss Melody's relationship with her parents. Who is Melody closest to? Why? Would you say that Melody's parents are supportive? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Describe and discuss Melody's disability. What condition is Melody diagnosed with? How does this condition affect Melody physically, mentally, and emotionally? What are the causes of Melody's condition?

Essay Topic 3

Why does Melody's mother choose to enroll her at Spaulding Street Elementary? How do you think Melody's experiences would differ if she were enrolled in a special school or program specifically for disabled students? Do you think the Melody's enrollment at Spaulding was a good choice? Why or why not?

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