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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12 "The Going".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 4, which book does Gilly read to Mr. Randolph after dinner?
(a) The Oxford Book of Modern Poetry.
(b) Poetry at Its Best.
(c) Immortal Love Poems.
(d) The Oxford Book of English Verse.

2. What does Mrs. Randolph give Gilly as a going-away present?
(a) Advice.
(b) His treasured poetry book.
(c) His pocket watch.
(d) His encyclopedia, "Sarsparilla to Sorcery."

3. Why does Mr. Randolph ask Gilly to pick out a wild tie for him?
(a) He thinks the tie will flatter him.
(b) He wants to look funny.
(c) He wants to brighten up his day.
(d) He wants to shock his son into lightening up.

4. How does Gilly make extra money between Sunday school and church?
(a) She shoots craps behind the church.
(b) She has the other children so afraid they pay her not to hurt them.
(c) She collects money from the other children telling them it is for a special mission.
(d) She sells the definition of "adultery" to the other children who don't know what it means.

5. In Chapter 4, what does Gilly offer to do with William Ernest after dinner?
(a) Work on William Ernest's reading.
(b) Go outside and dig up worms for fishing.
(c) Help him with his homework.
(d) Go to the playground.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does William Ernest ask Gilly about her new home?

2. On Gilly's last night, what does Mrs. Trotter finally admit?

3. In Chapter 12, who cries while they are at the table?

4. What does Mrs. Trotter do to soothe Gilly back to sleep in Chapter 12?

5. In Chapter 12, what is for dinner?

(see the answer key)

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