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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. For how long does the Whiz Kids team meet after school for practice prior to their first competition in Chapter 22?

2. What month is it when the Whiz Kids team faces their first competition in Chapter 23?

3. Who is the moderator of the televised Whiz Kids competition in Chapter 24?

4. What is Melody's answer to the Whiz Kids quiz question, "How many sides are on a heptagon?"

5. Who are the two alternates to the Whiz Kids team from the sixth grade?

Short Essay Questions

1. What foreshadowing is seen in Chapter 19?

2. How does Melody describe the Whiz Kids practice sessions in Chapter 22?

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

4. What derogatory remark does Mr. Dimming make regarding Melody in Chapter 17? How does she respond?

5. How does Melody's Whiz Kids team fare on the final round of the regional tournament in Chapter 25? How does the team respond?

6. What test does Mr. Dimming give to his history class in Chapter 17? What is the purpose of the test?

7. What is the outcome of the first round of the regional Whiz Kids tournament in Chapter 24?

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

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

10. How does the media respond to the competition results at the Whiz Kids tournament in Chapter 25?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Mrs. Shannon and discuss her "inclusion program." What are the objectives of the inclusion program at Spaulding Street Elementary. Is the program successful? How does Mrs. Shannon differ from Melody's previous teachers?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the themes of family, friendship, and support in the novel. Who are the characters the support Melody the most? How do they support her? What does family mean to Melody?

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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