View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 22, 23 and 24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Elijah refrain from speaking to the refugee boy in chapter 11?
(a) He has nothing in common with him.
(b) He is more interested in the refugee girl.
(c) He does not like him.
(d) He does not want to embarass him.

2. What kind of insect does the preacher claim in chapter 10 destroyed Abho's tribe?
(a) Cicadas.
(b) Bama bee.
(c) Horsefly.
(d) Mosquitos.

3. Who does Elijah see first when he returns to the small village where Mr. Leroy died in chapter 23?
(a) Mr. Alton.
(b) Mr. Freeman.
(c) Mr. Taylor.
(d) Mr. Highgate.

4. What does Mr. Travis ask the class each morning as he begins the days lessons?
(a) Are you ready to prepare for your futures?
(b) Are you ready to expand your horizons?
(c) Are you ready to learn, are you ready to grow?
(d) Are you ready to learn, ready to increase your knowledge?

5. What does Elijah's mother tell him at the end of chapter 2 that leaves him confused?
(a) To respect all adults except the preacher.
(b) To ignore his own instincts.
(c) To disregard things adults have told him.
(d) To trust in something he cannot see.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Elijah notice about the mesmerist's eyes the upset him in chapter 9?

2. What languages does Elijah claim to be able to speak in chapter 10?

3. Who injured Mr. Highgate?

4. How many times do the people of Buxton ring the Liberty Bell when a new refugee arrives?

5. What attacks Elijah as he approaches the stable where the preacher is supposed to be gambling in chapter 21?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 293 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample