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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who particularly enraged Famie during the war?
(a) Politicans making promises to end the war.
(b) Shopkeepers who rationed goods.
(c) Officers who wouldn't grant soldiers leave.
(d) Landlords charging exorbitant rents.

2. How did the war affect Famie?
(a) She became a victim.
(b) She became shy.
(c) She became stronger.
(d) She became very depressed.

3. Where did Hugh's wife work after she moved to Glasgow?
(a) The mayor's office.
(b) A restaurant.
(c) A dress shop.
(d) A flower shop.

4. With what does Robert cut himself after he and Jamie fight?
(a) A hunting knife.
(b) A rusty can.
(c) A pair of scissors.
(d) A piece of glass.

5. Who did Famie despise after her husband's death in the war?
(a) The French.
(b) The English.
(c) The Germans.
(d) The Irish.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long has it been since Jamie has been home?

2. As a child, what did Hugh prefer to do rather than play with the other children?

3. Beside whose grave is Granda buried?

4. What takes the place of drinking and shouting in Jamie's life when he lives with his grandparents?

5. Which of the following does Jamie NOT do with Gran?

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