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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What shocking example does Paul recall that shows how the people of Andover feel about black people?
(a) The graffiti on the black family's home.
(b) The public lynching that occurs not too far from his home.
(c) People kicked the severed head of a black boy that dies from a train accident.
(d) The set fire that burns the home of the only black family in Andover.

2. What nice thing does Gus and Abbot do?
(a) Build a cart for Bobby to move independently.
(b) Help organize a fundraiser for Bobby's medical bills.
(c) Turn a new leaf and begin to defend Bobby and Paul from other bullies.
(d) Advocate for Bobby to enter rehabilitation.

3. What unlikely event does Grandmother Lamb do?
(a) Live by herself.
(b) Divorce.
(c) Is an open lesbian.
(d) Remarry.

4. How old is Monette as he writes his autobiography "Becoming a Man: Half a Life Story?"
(a) 60.
(b) 46.
(c) 39.
(d) 56.

5. What goal does Paul have due to the bullying around school?
(a) To be as regular as possible.
(b) To start talking about girls.
(c) To learn dirty jokes.
(d) To get good in sports.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Paul not kiss Richie?

2. Who is Paul's main friend as a child?

3. What guidance is available to Big Paul and Jackie as they raise Bobby?

4. How does Paul collaborate with the enemy that makes fun of Jews?

5. What does Monette feel about his childhood as he remembers his past?

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