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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: stay up late, Chapters 6-8 and Part II: his drug of choice, Chapters 9-10 and Part III: whatever, Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Nic works as a barista, he gives the nickname of "Why bothers" (95) to people who order what drink?
(a) Cups of black coffee.
(b) Cappuccinos made with decaf espresso and fat-free milk.
(c) Breves with no foam.
(d) Americanos with no sweetener.

2. Nic begins sixth grade at a new school in what location?
(a) Inverness.
(b) Vallejo.
(c) Los Altos.
(d) San Francisco.

3. Nic decides that his choice of college had been a mistake and that he would do better at what type of college?
(a) A more studious college.
(b) A more progressive college.
(c) A smaller college.
(d) An art college.

4. What is the name of Nic's little brother?
(a) Daniel.
(b) Randall.
(c) Jasper.
(d) Elton.

5. David characterizes Nic as a child who does what every time he encounters a puddle?
(a) Splashes it on the nearest person.
(b) Rolls in it.
(c) Stomps in it.
(d) Walks around it.

Short Answer Questions

1. What movie is Nic reviewing when he declares, "Great songs. Great crows" (25)?

2. In addition to incompatibility, what else does David say occurs within his marriage to Vicki?

3. Methamphetamine triggers how many times the normal levels of neurotransmitters such as dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine?

4. Before taking up surfing, Nic had never wanted to go to the beach for what reason?

5. When Nic calls David after missing curfew and disappearing for a while, where is he?

(see the answer key)

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