Speak Novel By Laurie Halse Anderson! Trivia Quiz
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Name the protagonist of the book?
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Melissa
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Melinda
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Maria
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Merinda
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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 See moreyou remember.
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Who raped our protagonist?
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Mr. Neck
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Principal Principal
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Andy Evans
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Sam Smith
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A. Andy EvansExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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This story takes place over what period of time?
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One month
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One semester
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One grading period
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One school year
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A. One school yearExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Melinda creates a rosebush for her art project.
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True
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False
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A. FalseExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Who is Melinda's lab partner?
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Sam
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David
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Rachel
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Ivy
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A. DavidExplanation
Melinda's lab partner is David.Rate this question:
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What is Rachel's new name?
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Richelle
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Rochelle
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Rachelle
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Rushelle
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A. RachelleExplanation
Based on the given options, Rachel's new name is "Rachelle".Rate this question:
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"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?
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Heather
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Ivy
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Rachel
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David
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A. Rachel -
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Who shows our protagonist the writing in the bathroom?
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Ivy
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Rachel
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Mr. Neck
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Mr. Freeman
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A. IvyExplanation
Ivy shows our protagonist the writing in the bathroom.Rate this question:
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The art teacher who helped Melinda realize her potential is named...
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Mr. Jones
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Mr. Freeman
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Mr. Neck
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Mr. Principal
Correct Answer
A. Mr. FreemanExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Whose poster does Melinda keep in her "closet"?
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Albert Einstein
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Hillary Clinton
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Robert Frost
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Maya Angelou
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A. Maya AngelouExplanation
Melinda keeps Maya Angelou's poster in her "closet".Rate this question:
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Melinda finally stood up to Andy Evans by getting a gang of girls together to beat him up.
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True
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False
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A. FalseExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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What literary device does Melinda's tree represent?
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Symbolism
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Foreshadowing
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Simile
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Action
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A. SymbolismExplanation
The correct answer is Symbolism. In literature, symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities. In the context of the question, Melinda's tree is likely a symbol that represents something deeper or more abstract. It could symbolize growth, strength, or even the protagonist's journey to healing and self-discovery. The tree is not being used to foreshadow events, make a comparison using "like" or "as" (simile), or describe an action, making these options incorrect.Rate this question:
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Which one of these was a mascot for her school?
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Kangaroo
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Wombat
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Platypus
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Koala
Correct Answer
A. WombatExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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This story is based in Los Angeles, California
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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The book is divided into MARKING PERIODS.
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True
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False
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A. TrueExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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