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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In early October, what adult with Central High School protected Melba, Minnijean and Ernie from tormentors?
(a) Mrs. Pickwick.
(b) Mr. Matthews.
(c) Basketball coach.
(d) Mrs. Huckaby.

2. What was Melba considering trading to her brother for Christmas?
(a) Her Elvis record.
(b) Her bicycle.
(c) Her bedroom.
(d) Use of her stereo.

3. Who accused Melba of making "mountains out of molehills"?
(a) Principal.
(b) Teachers.
(c) White students.
(d) School office staff.

4. What kind of car did Vince own?
(a) Silver Cadillac.
(b) Red and white Chevy.
(c) Green Oldsmobile.
(d) Black Chrysler.

5. What did Melba ask her diary for at Christmas time?
(a) An end to the harassment.
(b) An end to going to Central High School.
(c) A nice, new stepfather.
(d) A car.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who told the mobs in Little Rock that they must cease and desist?

2. Who said to Melba, "anger brings defeat"?

3. Who was the Monopoly champ in the Pattillo household?

4. Who looked like "spectators at a sports event" when Melba arrives at school on October 1?

5. Whose songs did Melba once want to sing at talent shows?

(see the answer key)

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