Character Insights from 'The Mighty Miss Malone'

The transcript is a narrative about Desa Malone, a 12-year-old girl from Gary, Indiana, who writes an essay about her family for her teacher, Mrs. Needham. Desa describes her family members, including her mother, father, and brother Jimmy, highlighting their unique traits and dynamics. The story includes humorous anecdotes, such as her father's love for alliteration and Jimmy's birthday surprise for Desa. Desa also reflects on her own traits and pet peeves, providing a heartfelt and entertaining glimpse into her family's life.

What is the setting of 'The Mighty Miss Malone'?

• Detroit, 1936

• New York, 1936

• Gary, Indiana, 1936

• Chicago, 1936

How does Deza prefer to start her essays?

• Once Upon a Time

• In the Beginning

• Long Ago

• In a Land Far Away

What job does Margaret Malone have?

• Banker

• Cleaner for the Carsdale family

• Teacher

• Nurse

What is Jimmy's most notable talent?

• Dancing

• Singing

• Drawing

• Acting

What is Roscoe Malone's most annoying trait according to Deza?

• His singing

• His storytelling

• His pride in being from Flint

• His use of alliteration

What is one of Jimmy's dreams?

• To travel the world

• To become a famous actor

• To grow taller and have muscles

• To become a doctor

What special gift did Deza receive on her birthday?

• A bicycle

• A puppy

• A new dress

• A dictionary and thesaurus

What is Deza's dream for the future?

• To be a famous singer

• To become a doctor

• To read every book in the library

• To travel to the moon