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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 25-27.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of shoes has Vernon been wearing all spring?
(a) Nikes.
(b) Flip-flops.
(c) Boots.
(d) Worn out tennis shoes.

2. What does Vernon's father make Vernon to eat when they meet in the kitchen in the middle of the night?
(a) Leftover meatloaf.
(b) Turkey and cheese.
(c) A jelly sandwich.
(d) Macaroni and cheese.

3. What does Vernon's father say when Vernon asks why Maxine drinks?
(a) He says alcoholism is a disease and she can't help it.
(b) He doesn't know.
(c) He says she's under a lot of pressure because of Ronald.
(d) He says she's had a more difficult life than most.

4. How long does it take for Vernon, Maxine and Ronald to clean up the yard?
(a) An entire afternoon.
(b) About fifteen minutes.
(c) About two hours.
(d) A little more than an hour.

5. Where does Maxine say Ronald's father was from?
(a) Boston.
(b) Carolina.
(c) Memphis.
(d) California.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Miss Annie say she's going to get seeds for Maxine's garden?

2. What do the boys watch on television at Bobby's house?

3. What does Vernon say about the smell of the dirt as he's digging Maxine's garden?

4. What is Vernon's response when Miss Annie says she wants Vernon to help with a garden?

5. What is Vernon's father doing when Vernon comes downstairs in the middle of the night?

(see the answer key)

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