"Close to Famous" Quiz
A young girl with a passion for baking and a mother who dreams of becoming a TV chef find themselves in a small town where they build a new life and form unexpected friendships.
realistic fiction | 250 pages | Published in NaN
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Test your knowledge about the book "Close to Famous". We have come up with 10 quiz questions for the book. Hit play and start testing your knowledge. Each correctly answered question gives one point.
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Essay questions
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- How does Foster McFee use baking as a coping mechanism in 'Close to Famous'?
- Discuss the theme of perseverance and determination as seen through the character of Foster McFee.
- In what ways does the town of Culpepper influence the events and characters in the story?
- How does the author, Joan Bauer, use humor to address serious issues in the novel?
- Analyze the relationship between Foster and her mother and how it evolves throughout the story.
- Discuss the significance of the 'Close to Famous' TV show and its impact on the characters and the town.
- How does the character of Macon Dillard challenge and support Foster's aspirations and dreams?
- Explore the role of friendship in the novel, particularly the friendship between Foster and Macon.
- How does the author address the issue of illiteracy in the story, and what impact does it have on the characters?
- In what ways does the character of Darryl become a mentor and source of inspiration for Foster?
