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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, The Age of Excitement.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who was Bryson's friend who lived across the alley and had good toys?
(a) Buddy Doberman.
(b) Butch Cavanaugh.
(c) Eddie Williams.
(d) Billy MacKenzie.

2. What was the name of the novelty and joke store Bryson used to frequent?
(a) Pinky's.
(b) Star City.
(c) Malone's.
(d) Buzz's Place.

3. In what state did the military begin testing atomic bombs?
(a) Arizona.
(b) Utah.
(c) Montana.
(d) Nevada.

4. What was a popular spot for kids to play in in the 1950s?
(a) Pool halls.
(b) Alleys.
(c) Vacant lots.
(d) Basements.

5. What did Bryson's mother serve at every meal even though Bryson did not like it?
(a) Butter.
(b) Milk.
(c) Salad.
(d) Cottage cheese.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was Bryson's brother?

2. America was at war with ____________ when Bryson was born.

3. What did the Thunderbolt Kid do to the man who drank out of Bryson's glass at Toddle House?

4. Where did Bryson like to accompany his father because there was always the chance of injury for excitement?

5. Who was the doctor who made a house call to tend to Bryson's head injury?

(see the answer key)

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