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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What unique style of teaching does Pat Conroy use to share information with his class?
(a) Pep rally.
(b) Essay writing.
(c) Mime.
(d) Whispering.

2. Who is the "first decent teacher" the deputy superintendent hired?
(a) Mrs. Brown.
(b) Mrs. White.
(c) Mrs. Jacobsen.
(d) Mrs. Black.

3. Who gets injured during the Halloween festivities?
(a) Cindy Lou.
(b) Top Cat.
(c) Pat Conroy.
(d) Mary.

4. In Chapter 8, how does Pat Conroy confront the school administration?
(a) Parent intervention.
(b) Editorial columns.
(c) Angry letters.
(d) Angry phone calls.

5. In Chapter 8, Pat Conroy does what at the meeting with Bennington?
(a) Turns Mrs. Brown in for abuse.
(b) Resigns his position.
(c) Starts to walk out.
(d) Accuses the administration of racism.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the time period of The Water is Wide, Brazil produced the most what for the world?

2. Who is Pat Conroy's only friend in the administration?

3. Who is a "poetess of profanity?"

4. Where did Pat Conroy visit Dr. Henry Piedmont?

5. How many books were donated to the Yamacraw community center?

(see the answer key)

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