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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Just before Maddie destroys the note she is writing to Peggy, Maddie thinks about the possibility that which character may point out the second-hand nature of Maddie's dress?
(a) Peggy.
(b) Miss Mason.
(c) Cecile.
(d) Wanda.

2. Who first notices that one drawing of a blue dress has details that correspond to Wanda's prior explanations to the other girls in the class?
(a) Peggy.
(b) Sally.
(c) Cecile.
(d) Maddie.

3. To whom does Peggy give the credit for Wanda's triumph in the drawing contest?
(a) To Miss Mason.
(b) To herself.
(c) To Wanda.
(d) To Maddie.

4. What element of her life does Maddie decide that she would risk in order to keep her promise to herself?
(a) Her friendship with Peggy.
(b) Her self-respect.
(c) Her gold star.
(d) Her record of perfect attendance.

5. What is NOT one of the three things Maddie would like to tell Wanda on behalf of herself and Peggy if there is still time to do so?
(a) She won the drawing contest.
(b) They are sorry for their cruelty.
(c) They think she is smart.
(d) Her 100 dresses are beautiful.

Short Answer Questions

1. From what kind of material is Wanda's one blue dress crafted?

2. Maddie and Peggy hope to reach what location by dark on their way to Boggins Heights?

3. In what way do the children in Room 13 demonstrate their appreciation for Wanda's drawings?

4. Maddie thinks to herself that which character "could not possibly do anything that was really wrong" (38)?

5. The dress Maddie wears on the day depicted in "The Contest" had previously belonged to which character?

Short Essay Questions

1. From what sources does Maddie hope to glean information about Wanda's new address?

2. What reasons does Wanda's father provide for relocating his family to the "big city" (45)?

3. What rumors exist in town about old man Svenson?

4. What plan of action does Maddie decide to take in "The Contest" before quickly discarding the idea?

5. What kinds of activities does Maddie worry that she will not enjoy anymore due to her guilt about the situation with Wanda?

6. In an effort to absolve herself of any guilt in the matter, what does Peggy claim not to have done to Wanda?

7. Describe the official contest held in Room 13 and name of the girl who is expected to win.

8. The children in Wanda's class are said to never think about Wanda at all except in cases when she takes part in what activity?

9. From the performance of what activity does Maddie draw momentary comfort within the chapter entitled "Up on Boggins Heights"?

10. How does Maddie respond to Peggy's statement about Wanda's level of intelligence and what is the significance of her response?

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