1. What makes Dicey doubt that Maybeth might be retarded?
(a) Maybeth knows she needs to improve and is determined to do so.
(b) Maybeth usually struggles, but somehow always manages to keep up.
(c) Maybeth quietly understands her sister and brothers.
(d) Maybeth has demonstrated ability to learn music, melodies and song words.

2. What comment by James causes Dicey to understand why James is brooding?
(a) James says all yesterdays are better than the present days.
(b) James says life is too much about luck, not about substance.
(c) James says people are always mean-spirited no matter what.
(d) James says some people are always outsiders, wherever they are.

3. What does Gram do when she overhears James and Dicey whispering about the family Bible?
(a) Gram weeps sadly and leaves the room.
(b) Gram smiles, sits quietly, and prays for many minutes.
(c) Gram seizes the Bible and returns it to the shelves.
(d) Gram adds the four kids names to the family Bible list.

4. What is Gram's announcement concerning finances?
(a) The insurance company has approved a cash settlement for the family.
(b) The insurance company has denied a cash settlement for the family.
(c) They must go on welfare in order to make ends meet.
(d) Maryland County Trust Bureau wants to visit the family, possibly to provide funding.

5. What is Dicey's reaction when the children go to bed without saying goodnight to her?
(a) She is upset at being slighted by the children's behavior.
(b) She is irritated at Gram for taking over supervision of the children.
(c) She feels left out as a part of their daily routine.
(d) She is proud the children are showing some independence.