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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II (Chapters 13 - 24).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 1, what does Marlee attempt to do that she fails at while at the pool?
(a) She tries to do a back flip from the pool's edge.
(b) She tries to hold her breath underwater for 30 seconds.
(c) She tries to eat six hot dogs.
(d) She tries to jump off the high dive but is too afraid to go through with it.

2. Who does Marlee share a bedroom with in the beginning of the book?
(a) Liz.
(b) Nora.
(c) Judy.
(d) Sally.

3. What is Marlee's favorite subject?
(a) English.
(b) Math.
(c) Art.
(d) History.

4. Who helps Marlee at the pool in Chapter 1?
(a) David.
(b) Sally.
(c) Little Jimmy.
(d) Judy.

5. What does Liz bring with her the first time she meets Marlee after she is forced to leave school?
(a) A new scarf.
(b) The book of magic squares.
(c) A pet turtle.
(d) A bag of peanuts.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Marlee discover about Liz that persuades her to want to work with Liz?

2. What is Liz's little brother's name?

3. What does Betty Jean tell Marlee is the term for what Liz has done?

4. What is the real reason Liz leaves school?

5. Why does Marlee decide to stay in Mr. Harding's room at lunchtime?

(see the answer key)

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