Short Book Skills Quiz

What is the main setting of the book "Short"?

• A summer camp

• A school

• A community theater

• A shopping mall

Why does Julia start working at the community theater?

• She wants to become a famous actress.

• Her parents think it will be a good experience for her.

• She is looking for something to do during summer.

• She gets selected for a role unexpectedly.

What role does Julia play in the community theater production?

• The lead role

• A munchkin

• The director

• A backstage crew member

How does Julia feel about her height at the beginning of the book?

• Proud

• Indifferent

• Embarrassed

• Confused

Which character helps Julia see her height as an advantage?

• Her mother

• The director

• A fellow actor

• Her best friend

What is a major theme of "Short"?

• The importance of family

• The struggle for power

• Acceptance of oneself

• The value of hard work

How does Julia's perspective on her height change by the end of the book?

• She wishes she were taller.

• She accepts her height and sees it as unique.

• She becomes indifferent to it.

• She tries to find ways to appear taller.

What does Julia learn from her experience at the community theater?

• That acting is not for her

• The importance of teamwork

• That she wants to be a director

• How to design costumes

Who becomes Julia's friend and helps her gain confidence?

• A famous actress

• A costume designer

• Another child actor

• The theater's janitor

What does Julia do that surprises her by the end of the book?

• Writes her own play

• Auditions for a lead role

• Gives a speech about self-acceptance

• Sings a solo in front of an audience