Speak Test Review

What topic does Melinda choose for her art class?

• Seeds

• clowns

• trees

• turkeys

Who is Melinda's only friend when 9th grade starts?

• Any Evans

• The Marthas

• Heather from Ohio

• Rachel

Why don't Melinda's friends like her anymore?

• They think she's weird

• They think she's promiscuous

• They think she's a nerd

• They think she ruined a party by calling the cops

What is the setting of the novel?

• Syracuse, New York

• Boston, Massachusetts

• Los Angeles, California

• Miami, Florida

Which teacher has it out for Melinda?

• Hairwoman

• Mr. Neck

• Mr. Freeman

• Principal Principal

Which literary device is used in this quote? "Words climb up my throat."

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Simile

• Understatement

What does Melinda use to cover the mirror in the janitor's closet?

• Black Cloth

• Her artwork

• Decorations from the Marthas

• Maya Angelou Poster

What topic does Melinda write about for Mr. Neck's class?

• Depression

• Teens

• Suffragettes

• Suffering

What does the progression of Melinda's tree symbolize?

• Her connection with nature

• Her self sacrifice

• Her growth

• Her nurturing

Why does David tell Melinda that Mr. Neck is right for not accepting her presentation?

• David is afraid of Mr. Neck

• It was poorly written and late

• Melinda was off topic when she wrote it

• The Suffragettes were only successful because they spoke.