George Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

Alex Gino
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 190 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

George Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

Alex Gino
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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. According to the beginning of Chapter III, ("Acting Is Just Pretend"), where does Melissa's (George's) father live?

2. What phrase do the girls always use to say good-bye?

3. What question does Melissa (George) want to ask her mom at dinner in Chapter III, ("Acting Is Just Pretend")?

4. In Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," what are readers told that Kelly smells like?

5. What kind of creature is Wilbur, from Charlotte's Web?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter IV, "Anticipation," Kelly spends quite a bit of time talking about the poor cooking of school lunches. What does this reveal about her and about her background?

2. In Chapter V, "Auditions," what are two reasons that Kelly's note is so meaningful to Melissa (George)?

3. In Chapter V, "Auditions," what story does Scott tell at dinner, and how does his mother react?

4. Describe the inside of Kelly's house.

5. At the end of Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," what nightmare does Melissa (George) have about playing Charlotte?

6. In Chapter V, "Auditions," Melissa (George) thinks that maybe Ms. Udell will be so proud of her for being true to herself that she will actually give Melissa the part of Charlotte. Explain the irony in this situation.

7. When Jeff joins their class, how does Rick change?

8. In Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," how does Kelly react to the idea of Melissa (George) playing Charlotte?

9. Describe Melissa's (George's) relationship with her father.

10. In Chapter II, "Charlotte Dies," why do Jeff and Rick say cruel things to Melissa (George) about her reaction to the book Charlotte's Web?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Ms. Udell is a complex character. Sometimes she seems very caring and kind, and other times she seems strict--even mean. Using several examples of her dialogue and actions, explain the contradictions in her character. What are the contradictions, and what do you think explains them?

Essay Topic 2

Describe Kelly's father and his relationship with Kelly. As you write, think about the following questions: What kind of a person does he seem to be, and what kind of a father does he seem to be? What about his relationship with Kelly seems positive for Kelly? Is there anything in their relationship that you question, or think might not be in Kelly's best interest? On balance, do you think he is a good father?

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the symbol of the front door. Twice in the text (in Chapter I, "Secrets," and in Chapter VI, "Taken,") readers see Melissa struggle with the door. Read these scenes carefully and think about what they have in common both in their details and in the scenes they precede. Also consider what is different between the two scenes. Write an analysis of the front door as a symbol, using textual support for your claims.

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