Ban This Book Exam

To what genre does this book belong?

• realistic fiction
• science fiction
• nonfiction
• fantasy

What is the point-of-view and tense of this book?

• first person, present tense
• first person, past tense
• third person, present tense
• third person, past tense

Who changed the most throughout the story?

• Amy Anne
• Mrs. Jones
• Rebecca
• Mrs. Spencer

Which word best describes Amy Anne’s home life?

• boring
• chaotic
• organized
• unsafe

What was the main reason Amy Anne got involved in the fight over banned books?

• She couldn’t read her favorite book otherwise.
• She wanted to be a lawyer when she grew up.
• It was an easy way for her to make new friends.
• She wanted good books read by everyone.

Which best describes Amy Anne’s parents?

• sarcastic
• snobby
• strict
• supportive

Why didn’t Amy Anne speak the first time she went to a school board meeting?

• They ran out of time.
• She was too nervous.
• Her dad wouldn't let her.
• She forgot her speech.

What effect did banning the books have on students at Shellbourne?

• They were less interested in reading.
• They became more interested in reading.
• It had little effect on their interest in reading.

How did they get books for the B.B.L.L.? (There may be more than one correct answer. Check any and all that apply.)

• Books were donated.
• Some kids had the books at home.
• Amy Anne bought some at bookstores.

What was the topic of the project assigned by Mr. Vaughn?

• The Bill of Rights
• The Declaration of Independence
• The Magna Carta
• Roberts' Rules of Order