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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III (Chapters 25 - 35).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Marlee's first idea that she comes up with to help Liz stay quiet in tense situations?
(a) She suggests Liz sing to herself.
(b) She suggests Liz count prime numbers.
(c) She suggests Liz draw pictures in her mind.
(d) She suggests Liz learn a new language and repeat the phrases in her head.

2. What is Marlee's father's surprise Christmas gift for the whole family?
(a) A train ride.
(b) A new television.
(c) A plane trip.
(d) A new car.

3. What is the second thing Marlee suggests might help Liz stay quiet in tense situations?
(a) Doing multiplication tables on her fingers.
(b) Finding the nearest tree and climbing it.
(c) Snapping her fingers.
(d) Playing cat's cradle.

4. What group does Ms. Winthrop introduce Marlee to?
(a) CROSS.
(b) The WEC.
(c) The National Organization for Women.
(d) The NAACP.

5. What does Marlee's father buy her granny for Christmas?
(a) A croquet set.
(b) A new set of lawn furniture.
(c) A television.
(d) A new oven.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Marlee feel about the prospect of flying?

2. Who helps Marlee at the pool in Chapter 1?

3. What does Liz bring to her and Marlee's last practice session before their presentation day?

4. What does Marlee like about Mr. Harding on the first day of school?

5. Why does Liz tell Marlee she picked Marlee to work with?

(see the answer key)

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