Speak 2nd Marking Period Quiz

How is Melinda affected physically by her secret?

Melinda describes trying to "draw a branch coming out of a tree trunk for the 315th time.." {p.55} What does this show about her? Is her personality changing? Was she like this beore?

David stands up to "Mr. Neck." How could David's actions in this scene be an instance of foreshadowing?

What are 2 examples of comic relief in the "Wishbone" section?

In "Winter Break" Melinda reveals her low self-esteem. Find the primary example of this character trait. What incriminating information does Melinda reveal about her parents? What is significant about her statement?

In the Second Marking Period, where is the one unlikely place Melinda finds acceptance?

What happens to Melinda during "Dead Frogs?"

Melinda has a closet at school and one at home. What does the closet signify for her?

What does Melinda have for Thanksgiving dinner?

• frozen turkey

• potatoes

• cheeseburgers

• pizza

What is Melinda thankful for on Thanksgiving Day?

• snow

• turkey cooked without the bag of guts inside

• seeing her grandparents

• her mom going into work