Celebrating Beverly Cleary's Legacy and Characters

The video celebrates Beverly Cleary's 100th birthday, highlighting her impact on children's literature with beloved characters like Ramona Quimby and Ralph the Mouse. Cleary's journey from a reluctant reader in Oregon to a prolific author is explored, along with her influence on generations of readers. The video also features testimonials from fans and discusses a Kindle giveaway by Amazon to honor her legacy.

What milestone is Beverly Cleary celebrating in the video?

• 90th birthday

• 100th birthday

• 75th birthday

• 110th birthday

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What motivated Beverly Cleary to start writing children's books?

• A suggestion from a friend

• A publisher's challenge

• A request from a child

• A college assignment

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At what age did Beverly Cleary learn to read?

• In the third grade

• In the second grade

• At 6 years old

• At 5 years old

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What did Beverly Cleary think about the children's books available during her childhood?

• They were too advanced

• They were uninteresting

• They were relatable

• They were too simplistic

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Which character created by Beverly Cleary is known for riding a motorcycle?

• Henry Huggins

• Ramona Quimby

• Ralph S. Mouse

• Mitchell Mongoose

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How many books has Beverly Cleary written?

• Over 30

• Over 20

• Over 50

• Over 40

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Which of the following is NOT a character created by Beverly Cleary?

• Henry Huggins

• Ramona Quimby

• Ralph S. Mouse

• Freddy Frog

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What did Beverly Cleary use as inspiration for her stories?

• Celebrity biographies

• Fantasy worlds

• Historical events

• Her own childhood

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What is Beverly Cleary most proud of?

• Her educational impact

• Children loving her books

• Her book sales

• Her literary awards

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What special event did Amazon sponsor for Beverly Cleary's 100th birthday?

• A scholarship fund

• A public reading

• A book donation

• Kindles loaded with books giveaway

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