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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happened when Jake was about to give his book report?
(a) His stomach growled really loudly.
(b) A fire drill.
(c) He choked on his gum.
(d) The teacher was called out of the classroom for an emergency phone call.

2. What job did Jake's mom have when he was in fourth grade?
(a) Teacher.
(b) Waitress.
(c) Nurse.
(d) Accountant.

3. What did Jake have to do before school?
(a) Make his lunch.
(b) Get Skelly up and ready.
(c) His book report.
(d) Call his friend for a ride.

4. What gift did Skelly give Jake after he was digging in the garden?
(a) A smile.
(b) A favorite Matchbox race car of his.
(c) His trowel.
(d) A big hug.

5. How did Jake try to absolve himself of his guilt over ignoring Skelly in the Dumpster?
(a) He went to a priest and confessed.
(b) He told Skelly he was sorry.
(c) He went to breakfast at the House of Pancakes with his mom and Skelly.
(d) He confessed what happened to his mother.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Jake's mother work until he was born?

2. Why is Jake frustrated when his mom tells him he might be late for school?

3. What caused Jake's mom to get fired?

4. Why did Jake's mom feel guilty when Skelly was in the dumpster?

5. Why did Jake have to give up his Valentine King crown?

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