Speak: Novel By Anderson

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    What is about to begin as the novel starts?

    • Melinda's first date
    • The beginning of spring
    • Melinda's first day of high school
    • Melinda's first day of junior high
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Have you heard or read the Speak novel By Anderson Laurie Halse? This book is among the books that were banned in many places due to the issues it`s seen to promote. The book tells the story of Melinda, who has been ostracized by her peers due to something that happened at a party. Take up the quiz below get to see how well you remember her story!

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  • 2. 

    What did Melinda call her social studies teacher and English teacher?

    • Hair man and Brain power

    • Super dork and glasses fool

    • Hair woman and The Neck

    • Principal Principal and The Neck

    Correct Answer
    A. Hair woman and The Neck
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Hair woman and The Neck." This answer suggests that Melinda refers to her social studies teacher as "Hair woman" and her English teacher as "The Neck." These nicknames are likely based on physical characteristics or traits that Melinda associates with each teacher.

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  • 3. 

    What is Melinda's favorite class so far?

    • English

    • Math

    • Social Studies

    • PE

    • Art

    Correct Answer
    A. Art
    Explanation
    Melinda's favorite class so far is Art.

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  • 4. 

    Melinda is concerned about this day because?

    • She is afraid she has lost all of her friends

    • She doesn't have the right purse

    • She isn't very pretty

    • She ate to much

    Correct Answer
    A. She is afraid she has lost all of her friends
    Explanation
    Melinda is concerned about this day because she is afraid she has lost all of her friends. This suggests that Melinda is worried about her social connections and feels insecure about her friendships. Losing friends can be a significant source of anxiety and distress, leading to concerns about loneliness and isolation.

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  • 5. 

    Melinda meets a new girl, who is she?

    • Janie from Spain

    • Amber from Houston

    • Carrie from New York

    • Heather from Ohio

    Correct Answer
    A. Heather from Ohio
    Explanation
    The question asks about the identity of the new girl that Melinda meets. The answer states that the new girl is Heather from Ohio.

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  • 6. 

    Melinda puts all of the students into clans. What is her's?

    • Plain Janes

    • Marthas

    • Jocks

    • None, she is an outcast

    Correct Answer
    A. None, she is an outcast
    Explanation
    Melinda is an outcast because the question states that she puts all of the students into clans but does not mention her being part of any specific clan. Therefore, the correct answer is that she is an outcast.

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  • 7. 

    Melinda's family has a communication system, what is it?

    • Notes taped to the counter

    • TXT messages

    • Cute drawings on the bar

    • Notes in her room

    Correct Answer
    A. Notes taped to the counter
    Explanation
    Melinda's family uses notes taped to the counter as their communication system. This implies that family members leave messages for each other on the counter, which serves as a central location for communication within the household. This method allows them to easily convey information or reminders to one another, ensuring that everyone is kept informed and connected.

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  • 8. 

    How does Melinda's new friend want to make them popular?

    • Shopping everyday

    • Joining a club for every day of the week

    • Learning French

    • Cutting class

    Correct Answer
    A. Joining a club for every day of the week
    Explanation
    Melinda's new friend wants to make them popular by joining a club for every day of the week. This suggests that they believe being involved in multiple clubs will increase their social status and visibility among their peers. By participating in various activities and clubs, they hope to gain popularity and recognition from others.

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  • 9. 

    What is the first thing Melinda's best friend Rachel says to her in the assembly?

    • I'm so glad your here, come sit with us!

    • I don't think we can be friends anymore.

    • How was your summer?

    • I hate you.

    Correct Answer
    A. I hate you.
  • 10. 

    Melinda has a hard time doing what?

    • Speaking

    • Writing

    • Adding

    • Painting

    Correct Answer
    A. Speaking
    Explanation
    Melinda has a hard time speaking.

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