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This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 116 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

Whirligig Test | Mid-Book Test - Medium

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 116 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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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. From where is the man?
(a) Puerto Rico.
(b) Buenos Aires.
(c) Chicago.
(d) Miami.

2. What is at the top of the whirligig?
(a) A woman's head.
(b) A gold star.
(c) A red rose.
(d) A foil halo.

3. What language does Stephanie take?
(a) Spanish.
(b) German.
(c) French.
(d) Japanese.

4. What does Brent's father bring to the meeting with the Zamoras?
(a) A letter expressing sympathy.
(b) A silver writing pen.
(c) An envelope with cash inside.
(d) A letter expressing regret.

5. Who has the power, according to Brent, to stop his pain?
(a) His parents.
(b) Brent, himself.
(c) Brianna.
(d) His friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Lea Zamora?

2. Mrs. Zamora shares a photo with Brent. Who/what is in the photo?

3. At whom does Brent take a swing after being embarrassed?

4. Where does the man work when he is fourteen years old?

5. Whose hairstyle does Brent imitate?

Short Essay Questions

1. At the beginning of Chapter 3, where is Brent Bishop? What thoughts are going through his mind?

2. The two girls are headed out to the point near Pam McQuillen's. Alexandra is taking Steph there because she thinks that it is way past the time for Steph to have a boyfriend. 1) Give five reasons why Alexandra insists that Steph goes along with her plan. 2) Why is Steph not thrilled about this adventure?

3. At the beginning of Chapter 2, Alexandra is taking Steph on an adventure. Discuss the hyperbole used by Alexandra as she tells her friend about their destination.

4. What setbacks do Flaco and his wife have in their life together? What does Flaco do to escape?

5. When Brent and Jonathan arrive at the party, what becomes apparent to Brent when he sees other guests? Why does this observation make him angry at Jonathan?

6. Who is the narrator in Chapter 4? What is his job? Describe how his job brings peace to him.

7. What is the difference between retribution and restitution? Why has Mrs. Zamora asked for restitution from Brent?

8. How does Brent spend the hours right before the party?

9. What could Brent do to lessen the humiliation of Brianna's public scolding?

10. Upon arriving to pickup Jonathan for the party, what does Brent instantly regret as Jonathan comes out of the house? Why?

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