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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. What is Codell's opinion of teaching about Anne Frank and concentration camps?
(a) She feels her children should be spared most of the details, but still learn the material.
(b) She decides to skip that part of the curriculum entirely; her class is just too young.
(c) She believes strongly in revealing the truth, sparing no unpleasant details.
(d) She is outraged about the subject's inclusion into the curriculum, and she files a complaint with the State Board.
2. Which of the following best describes the attitude of the speaker in Codell's poem "The Custodian's Thoughts"?
(a) Giddy at the prospect of another day on the job.
(b) Confused, because he has lost his way in the school's basement.
(c) Cranky and vindictive.
(d) Depressed from a recent death at the school.
3. How do older teachers react to the great effort Codell takes with preparing her classroom for the first day of school?
(a) Most think Codell has done too much, creating an overstimulating environment.
(b) Many emulate Codell's colorful bulletin boards.
(c) The teachers applaud Codell and reward her with a Teacher of the Month award.
(d) The teachers believe Codell has done an average job, and are indifferent.
4. What is the name of the mentor who inspired Codell to do her best as a teacher?
(a) Ismene Siteles.
(b) Ms. Coil.
(c) Lillia.
(d) Mr. Turner.
5. What name does Codell choose for her students to call her?
(a) Madame Esme.
(b) Mrs. Esme.
(c) Ms. Esme.
(d) Mrs. Raji Codell.
Short Answer Questions
1. Why do Codell and Mr. Turner fail to secure any donations, according to the July 28th entry?
2. What is the ethnic makeup of Codell's class?
3. Why does Mr. Turner object to the winner of the Addy doll during the November 5th assembly?
4. Where does Codell take her students on January 20?
5. What gift does Codell buy for Melanie for her birthday?
Short Essay Questions
1. Describe the last day of school.
2. What does Codell's class do to learn about Native Americans?
3. Describe some things Codell's class does for Halloween.
4. What steps does Codell take to prepare her classroom for the first day of school?
5. What is Codell's opinion of the teaching education she received?
6. Describe the story Codell tells about her landlord in a November 10 entry.
7. What changes does Ms. Coil suggest in a January 18 entry, and what does Codell think of these suggestions?
8. Describe Ismene, including her appearance and personality.
9. According to the Epilogue, what became of Codell after the events in the journal?
10. How does Codell believe that Mr. Turner chose the teachers for his school?
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