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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Epilogue and Afterword.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Jim Trelease, what kind of portrayal is Educating Esme, with respect to American education?
(a) Hyperbolic.
(b) Satirical.
(c) Sentimental.
(d) Realistic.

2. Who is the first student to use the "time machine"?
(a) Melanie.
(b) Shira.
(c) JoEllen.
(d) Billy Williams.

3. Why is Codell angry after she breaks up a fight between two girls on December 8th?
(a) It is after school, and Codell is not compensated for her time.
(b) Codell is unable to get the girls to stop arguing after the physical fight is over.
(c) In her attempt to stop the fight, she inadvertently injured one of the girls with her elbow.
(d) No other teachers stepped in to help Codell.

4. On October 29th, Codell creates an after-school club with what focus?
(a) Activities related to the "Addy" series of books.
(b) The Thinking Cap, in order to "increase" everyone's intelligence.
(c) Outdoor sports.
(d) Activities related to The Bat-Poet book.

5. How does Melanie react to the birthday party Codell throws for her on January 8th?
(a) She cries, and claims she does not deserve such attention.
(b) She is angry at Codell for "trying to replace my mom."
(c) She is joyous, laughing and singing along with the birthday song.
(d) She is moved and quiet, thanking Codell for her thoughtfulness.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long after the events in the journal does Codell write her Epilogue?

2. How does Codell teach Melanie to control her destructive urges?

3. Why does Codell compare teaching to an apple in her poem "How to Teach Learning"?

4. According to the educational chiropractor, how many units can a teacher teach per school year?

5. Which word best completes the following Codell phrase: So much of teaching is _____.

(see the answer key)

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