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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was M. Bernard's class so interesting for the children?
(a) He truly had a passion for his work.
(b) They got to decide what they wanted to learn.
(c) They never knew what he was going to do next.
(d) They got to do great experiments.

2. What did Jacques about male friendship when he was out with his uncle?
(a) You always have to guard your back.
(b) It's non-existent.
(c) There always should be some females mixed in.
(d) It is good for the soul.

3. Why did Jacques and Pierre have to leave their neighborhood on a daily basis?
(a) They had to travel to attend school.
(b) They had to go to work.
(c) The dog catcher chased them out.
(d) Their parents told them to stay out of the house during the week.

4. How did Jacques feel about the light?
(a) It was a waste of money.
(b) It glared harshly on their poverty.
(c) It made his heart grow lighter.
(d) He felt it disguised the true darkness around him.

5. Why did the Cormerys show up early for the awards ceremony?
(a) They wanted to grab the best seats.
(b) They wanted to talk with Jacques' teachers.
(c) They had the wrong time.
(d) They weren't used to social occasions.

Short Answer Questions

1. What disability did Ernest have?

2. What pastime did Ernest thoroughly enjoy?

3. How did Jacques feel about making money for his family?

4. How was the outside in comparison to the hallway?

5. What did Jacques feel about summer camp?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did M. Bernard feel about the children of war victims?

2. Describe what happens when Jacques needs a permission slip signed.

3. Why is Jacques sent out to get a hen?

4. How does Jacques feel about his family coming to the awards ceremony?

5. What handicap did Ernest have, and how did it affect his life?

6. Why did Jacques like M. Bernard so much?

7. How did Ernest feel about his mother?

8. Describe the attitude of the vets in the soldier's home.

9. What did Jacques feel about Ernest?

10. Explain what the lycee is and why it was a privilege to go there.

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