Speak Novel By Laurie Halse Anderson! Trivia Quiz

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    What literary device does Melinda's tree represent?

    • Symbolism
    • Foreshadowing
    • Simile
    • Action
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The trivia quiz below is on the Speak Novel by Laurie Halse Anderson. The book is quite interesting to read as it tells the story of just how freeing it can be to open up to someone about your difficult experience. Have you had time to read Melinda Sordino`s sad story? Take up the test and review just how much you remember.

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  • 2. 

    This story is based in Los Angeles, California

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement is "This story is based in Los Angeles, California." The correct answer is False. This means that the story is not based in Los Angeles, California. The explanation for this answer could be that the story is set in a different location or it is not specified where the story takes place. Without further information, it is not possible to determine the exact location of the story.

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  • 3. 

    Who raped our protagonist?

    • Mr. Neck

    • Principal Principal

    • Andy Evans

    • Sam Smith

    Correct Answer
    A. Andy Evans
    Explanation
    Andy Evans is the correct answer because he is the only person mentioned in the options who could potentially be the rapist of the protagonist. The other options, Mr. Neck, Principal Principal, and Sam Smith, do not provide any information or context that suggests they could be involved in the rape. Therefore, Andy Evans is the most likely candidate based on the given options.

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  • 4. 

    This story takes place over what period of time?

    • One month

    • One semester

    • One grading period

    • One school year

    Correct Answer
    A. One school year
    Explanation
    The correct answer is one school year because the story is set in a school and it follows events and characters throughout an entire academic year, which typically lasts for about nine months.

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  • 5. 

    The book is divided into MARKING PERIODS.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The book is divided into marking periods, which means that it is organized into distinct sections or timeframes that are marked or designated for specific purposes or assessments. This division could be based on different periods of time, such as months or quarters, or it could be based on different units or topics covered in the book. This structure helps readers and students to track their progress and understand the content in a systematic and organized manner.

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  • 6. 

    Melinda creates a rosebush for her art project.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement says that Melinda creates a rosebush for her art project, but this is not possible as creating a rosebush requires gardening skills and not art skills. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 7. 

    Who shows our protagonist the writing in the bathroom?

    • Ivy

    • Rachel

    • Mr. Neck

    • Mr. Freeman

    Correct Answer
    A. Ivy
    Explanation
    Ivy shows our protagonist the writing in the bathroom.

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  • 8. 

    The art teacher who helped Melinda realize her potential is named...

    • Mr. Jones

    • Mr. Freeman

    • Mr. Neck

    • Mr. Principal

    Correct Answer
    A. Mr. Freeman
    Explanation
    Mr. Freeman is the correct answer because he is the art teacher who helped Melinda realize her potential. The question is asking for the name of the specific teacher who played this role in Melinda's life, and Mr. Freeman fits this description.

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  • 9. 

    Which one of these was a mascot for her school?

    • Kangaroo

    • Wombat

    • Platypus

    • Koala

    Correct Answer
    A. Wombat
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Wombat because a mascot is a symbol or representative figure that represents a particular school or organization. In this case, the question is asking which one of these animals served as a mascot for her school, implying that one of the animals mentioned was chosen as the school's symbol. Since the other three options (Kangaroo, Platypus, and Koala) are not mentioned in relation to being a mascot, the correct answer must be Wombat.

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  • 10. 

    Name the protagonist of the book?

    • Melissa

    • Melinda

    • Maria

    • Merinda

    Correct Answer
    A. Melinda
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Melinda. The question is asking for the name of the protagonist of the book. Out of the given options, Melinda is the only name that matches the criteria.

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  • 11. 

    Who is Melinda's lab partner?

    • Sam

    • David

    • Rachel

    • Ivy

    Correct Answer
    A. David
    Explanation
    Melinda's lab partner is David.

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  • 12. 

    Melinda finally stood up to Andy Evans by getting a gang of girls together to beat him up.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement is false. Melinda did not stand up to Andy Evans by getting a gang of girls together to beat him up. In the novel "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson, Melinda stands up to Andy Evans by speaking out about the sexual assault he committed against her at a party. She finds her voice and confronts him, but physical violence is not involved.

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  • 13. 

    Whose poster does Melinda keep in her "closet"?

    • Albert Einstein

    • Hillary Clinton

    • Robert Frost

    • Maya Angelou

    Correct Answer
    A. Maya Angelou
    Explanation
    Melinda keeps Maya Angelou's poster in her "closet".

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  • 14. 

    What is Rachel's new name?

    • Richelle

    • Rochelle

    • Rachelle

    • Rushelle

    Correct Answer
    A. Rachelle
    Explanation
    Based on the given options, Rachel's new name is "Rachelle".

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  • 15. 

    "Liar!  I can't believe you.  You're jealous.  You're a twisted little freak and you're jealous that I'm popular and I'm going to the prom and so you lie to me like this.  And you sent me that note, didn't you?  You are sick."  Who said this?

    • Heather

    • Ivy

    • Rachel

    • David

    Correct Answer
    A. Rachel

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