Characteristics/
Traits
Plot Elements
Characters
Artwork
Extra
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100
Which character trait prevents Melinda from trying out for the basketball team?
Lack of Confidence, Depression, Extreme Sadness
100
What does Melinda steal from Mrs. Hairwoman?
Hallpasses
100
Who infuriates Mr. Neck by challenging his authority in class?
David Petrakis
100
What is Melinda's Art topic for the year?
Tree(s)
100
After the first marking period, who gets rid of Tigers as the school Mascot?
the Ecology Club
200
Which subject does Melinda earn the best grade in for the Second Marking Period?
Art
200
What does Heather ask Melinda to do so she can impress some other girls?
Make posters for the Canned Food Drive
200
Who is Melinda's Social Studies teacher?
Mr. Neck
200
Name one object that Melinda uses in her Holiday Art Project.
Turkey Bones, Silverware, Barbie-doll Head, Tape
200
What is the school's new mascot?
Wombats
300
What is Melinda's secret from the summer?
She was raped
300
Why does Mr. Neck start a debate in his class?
His son didn't get a job, and a minority did
300
Who is IT?
Andy Evans
300
What is Ivy's Art topic for the year?
Clown(s)
300
What is Melinda's Dad's job?
Insurance Salesman
400
In the novel, what is a symbol of Melinda's struggles?
the Frog in Biology Class
400
Which Art materials does Melinda receive for Christmas from her parents?
A Sketch Pad with Charcoal Pencils
400
What does Heather get Melinda for Christmas?
Bell Earings
400
What is Melinda working on when she cuts her hand in Art Class?
Linoleum Prints
400
What job does Heather have that makes other girls jealous?
Modeling
500
What does Melinda compare herself to on Thanksgiving?
the Titanic
500
How does Melinda's mother respond to Melinda's attempt at hurting herself?
She says, "I don't have time for this, Melinda."
500
What is the name of the group of girls who dress similarly and behave properly?
Marthas
500
Who are the people in Mr. Freeman's large Art project?
School Board Members
500
What does Melinda discover in her apple after biting into it?
An apple tree was growing inside of it