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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III (Chapters 25 - 35).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Marlee like about Mr. Harding on the first day of school?
(a) He dresses well.
(b) He is very silly.
(c) He calls on the girls as much as he calls on the boys in class.
(d) He reminds her of her father.

2. What does Ms. Winthrop affectionately call Marlee?
(a) A smarty.
(b) A doll.
(c) A peanut.
(d) A squirt.

3. In Chapter 28, what does Marlee suggest that Liz try as an alternative to the times tables to help keep her temper and stay quiet?
(a) Combing her hair.
(b) Singing a song.
(c) Plotting her revenge.
(d) Writing her feelings down in a notebook.

4. What is the real reason Liz leaves school?
(a) Liz is a Negro.
(b) Liz's family was in the witness protection program.
(c) Liz can not do the school work.
(d) Liz's family can not afford to send her there.

5. What is the name of the Nisbett's house maid?
(a) Angelique.
(b) Betty Jean.
(c) Marva.
(d) Muireann.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Marlee decide not to tell her father about receiving threatening phone calls related to her WEC work?

2. Who sits next to Marlee on the Christmas float?

3. Where do Marlee and Liz meet for the first time after Liz is forced to leave school?

4. What is the name of the Negro movie theater where Marlee meets Liz?

5. What does Marlee tell her mother is the reason she is upset when she gets home on Halloween?

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