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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. Once it becomes night, Magpie directs his rescue companions to turn back because they can not do what?
2. Which grade revealed during questioning about the fairness of the new rule that they remembered it is bad not to let other kids play?
3. How do Annabella and Prince Kareem travel to Magpie's Kingdom home?
4. After forgetting the rules, how does the now sad princess in Magpie's story in Chapter 1 get home?
5. Which grade, during Paley's inquiries in Chapter 2, insisted that they have become too mean to use the new rule and think it should be introduced earlier?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Magpie's story why is it important for the lonely princess to only play with the fairy child during the day, and what happens when she forgets this rule?
2. Back in the class, in Chapter 2, why was Nelson rejected in play?
3. What did Paley realize about Lisa back in the classroom, in Chapter 2?
4. In Chapter 2 we are introduced to Raymond. Who is he?
5. How were the second and third graders' responses to Paley's inquiries similar?
6. Why weren't Paley's students as excited as Annabella about new kids with whom they can play?
7. When speaking in Arizona, Paley discovered two ways teachers handled the rejection involved in play. What are they?
8. What convinces Annabella and Prince Kareem to accompany Magpie to his Kingdom home?
9. In Chapter 2, what does it mean when Annabella and the others hear a bell near the sea shore?
10. What did Paley discover from talking to students about the "bosses" in play?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
How do Magpie and the Uncle rescue the flower prince from the eagle, and how does this rescue effort demonstrate working together as an embodiment of Paley's goal with the new play rule?
Essay Topic 2
Paley had to make speeches in Canada and Arizona. Briefly describe the reason for each trip, and then analyze how Paley's classroom discussions and student responses about the new play rule affect Paley's presentations in each venue as well as her thoughts just before and after each event.
Essay Topic 3
How does or could Paley's new rule resolve or prevent certain issues that arise in the imaginary story? Cite several specific examples and provide supporting details.
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