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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What historical town does Ma compare Clifton to?
(a) Boston.
(b) Gettysburg.
(c) Williamsburg.
(d) New York City.

2. Why do the reporters stop walking away during Jessie's press conference?
(a) The police show up.
(b) They don't try to walk away at any point during the press conference.
(c) They believe what Jessie is saying.
(d) One reporter says they should hear Jessie out.

3. Why does Ma suggest Jessie meet with Mr. Neely in Chapter 5?
(a) So he can help the residents of Clifton.
(b) So she has a place to stay.
(c) So she can find a good school to attend.
(d) So he can move back to Clifton.

4. Why does Jessie have to land on the ledge when jumping from Mr. Neely's window?
(a) She has to avoid the ledge.
(b) She'll break her legs if she doesn't.
(c) It leads her to the nearest street.
(d) It will keep her landing quiet.

5. What disease is affecting the children of Clifton?
(a) Measles.
(b) Diphtheria.
(c) Polio.
(d) Yellow fever.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Jessie say her family came to Clifton in Chapter 1?

2. What does Ma say Mr. Clifton would miss too much if he lived in Clifton?

3. Why does Jessie walk on the grass while leaving Clifton?

4. In Chapter 23, why does Frank Lyle apologize on television?

5. In Chapter 6, what rumor does Jessie overhear about Clifton?

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