Out of My Mind Quiz

Questions and Answers

Who is the author of the book Out of My Mind?

Sharon M. Draper

What does Melody do in the superstore when trying to warn her mom about the dangerous blocks on the shelf?

She throws a temper tantrum

What convinces Mrs. V to give Melody language?

They watched a documentary about Stephen Hawking

What does Mrs. V think is a great place for Melody to invite Rose to?

The aquarium Signup and view all the answers

What is the first thing Melody has her Medi-Talker say?

Thanks, Mrs. V Signup and view all the answers

What does Dr. Dimming say after the practice round on the Whiz Kids Team?

The questions must not have been difficult enough if Melody had won it Signup and view all the answers

What meal does Melody really want to ask her dad for?

A Big Mac and a shake Signup and view all the answers

What has always swirled around the narrator like snowflakes?

Words Signup and view all the answers

How old is the narrator?

10 Signup and view all the answers

What has the narrator never done?

Spoken a single word Signup and view all the answers

How does the narrator get around?

A wheelchair Signup and view all the answers

What color is Melody's wheelchair?

Pink Signup and view all the answers

What can Melody hear and smell when music is played?

Colors and images Signup and view all the answers

What kind of music does Melody's mom like?

Classical Signup and view all the answers

What kind of music does Melody's dad like?

Jazz Signup and view all the answers

What kind of music does Melody like?

Country Signup and view all the answers

What gift did Melody's dad give her when she was a baby that she couldn't hold onto?

A stuffed cat Signup and view all the answers

Whose songs did Melody's dad sing to her?

The Beatles Signup and view all the answers

What kind of memory does Melody have?

Photographic Signup and view all the answers

What does Melody call it when she loses control?

Tornado explosions Signup and view all the answers

Why did 4 year old Melody get upset about the plastic blocks at the store?

She'd seen they were harmful on the news Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the doctor who evaluated Melody before she started school?

Dr. Hugely Signup and view all the answers

What diagnosis did the doctor give Melody's mom when she went to be evaluated before she started school?

He said she was brain damaged and profoundly retarded Signup and view all the answers

Where did the doctor suggest Melody's parents send her?

To a residential facility Signup and view all the answers

What school does Melody attend?

Spaulding Street Elementary School Signup and view all the answers

What game do Melody and the other special needs kids watch the regular kids play before school?

Four square Signup and view all the answers

What do the kids in Melody's class decorate every Christmas?

A Styrofoam snowman Signup and view all the answers

What does Ashley call Melody?

Melly Belly Signup and view all the answers

What did Melody use to communicate at the beginning of the book?

A communication board Signup and view all the answers

What word does Melody hate?

Retarded Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of Melody's next door neighbor?

Violet Valencia Signup and view all the answers

What does Melody call her next door neighbor?

Ms. V Signup and view all the answers

What did Ms. V make Melody do on her own the first time she watched her?

Roll over Signup and view all the answers

What does Ms. V always serve first?

Dessert Signup and view all the answers

Would Melody rather walk or talk?

Talk Signup and view all the answers

What did Mrs. Tracey, Melody's second grade teacher, let her do all year?

Listen to audio books Signup and view all the answers

What was Melody's third grade teacher's name?

Mrs. Billups Signup and view all the answers

What did Mrs. Billups do that drove Melody to throw a fit?

Teach the alphabet every day Signup and view all the answers

What did Melody's mother do to the Old MacDonald CD?

Broke it Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Mrs. Billups?

She quit after Spring Break Signup and view all the answers

What did Melody name her goldfish?

Ollie Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Melody's goldfish?

It jumped out of the bowl Signup and view all the answers

What did Melody name her puppy?

Butterscotch Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Melody's mom when Melody was eight?

She had a baby Signup and view all the answers

What was Melody's sister's name?

Penny Signup and view all the answers

What does Penny call her stuffed animal?

Doodle Signup and view all the answers

What did Melody want to eat that her dad couldn't figure out?

A Big Mac Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Author and Overview

Sharon M. Draper is the author of "Out of My Mind."
Melody, the protagonist, experiences challenges due to her disabilities yet possesses a rich inner life.

Character Actions and Relationships

Melody warns her mother about dangerous blocks in a superstore by throwing a temper tantrum.
Mrs. V is convinced to provide Melody with language after watching a documentary on Stephen Hawking.

Melody's Environment and Support

The aquarium is suggested by Mrs. V as a great place for Melody to invite her friend Rose.
Melody's first words from her Medi-Talker are a thank you to Mrs. V.

After a practice round with the Whiz Kids Team, Dr. Dimming implies the questions were too easy as Melody was a winner.
Melody expresses a desire for a Big Mac and shake, reflecting her normal childhood cravings.

Melody's Experiences and Imagination

Words swirl around Melody as if they were snowflakes, showing her desire for communication.
At age 10, Melody has never spoken a word and navigates her world using a pink wheelchair.

Sensory Experiences

When music plays, Melody experiences colors and images, demonstrating her unique sensory perception.
Different music genres are preferred by her family: her mother loves classical, her father enjoys jazz, while Melody prefers country.

Personal History and Family Dynamics

As a baby, her father gave her a stuffed cat, which she was unable to hold.
Her father sang her songs by The Beatles, indicating a connection through music.

Memory and Emotional Expression

Melody possesses a photographic memory, enhancing her ability to recall details vividly.
"Tornado explosions" is how she describes moments when she loses control emotionally.

Early Perceptions and Challenges

Aged four, Melody becomes upset over harmful plastic blocks after seeing a news report.
Dr. Hugely diagnosed Melody with brain damage and profound mental retardation, leading to suggestions for institutionalization.

School Life

Melody attends Spaulding Street Elementary School, where she observes typical children's games like four square.
In class, students decorate a Styrofoam snowman for Christmas, reflecting a blend of fun and inclusivity.

Classrooms and Educational Struggles

Melody has difficulty with teachers; Mrs. Tracey allowed her to listen to audiobooks, while Mrs. Billups frustrated her by repeatedly teaching the alphabet.
The emotional toll of her experiences culminates in Mrs. Billups resigning after Spring Break.

Family and Personal Connections

Melody names her goldfish Ollie and her puppy Butterscotch, displaying her affectionate nature.
The arrival of a sister, Penny, changes family dynamics, with Melody’s mother having a baby when Melody is eight.

Key Interactions

Ashley refers to Melody as "Melly Belly," illustrating her peers' varied perceptions of her.
Melody communicates initially using a board, emphasizing her struggles before the introduction of advanced communication devices.

Significance of Terms

The term "retarded" is deeply disliked by Melody, reflecting broader societal issues regarding language and perceptions of disability.

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Description

Test your understanding of 'Out of My Mind' by Sharon M. Draper. This quiz covers key moments from Melody's journey, her relationships, and the challenges she faces due to her disabilities. Explore her environment, interactions, and personal growth as you answer questions.