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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What color is the flower Aunt Mae packs in David's lunch?
(a) Purple.
(b) Red.
(c) Orange.
(d) Blue.

2. At the end of "Chapter 1," what does David watch out his train window?
(a) People getting on the train.
(b) The trees.
(c) The towns.
(d) Traffic.

3. Why does Mrs. Watkins make David stand up in "Chapter 3"?
(a) Because his hair is messy.
(b) Because his pants are wet.
(c) Because his homework is late.
(d) Because he is the last student to sit down.

4. Why does Bobbie Lee Taylor invite people on stage with him?
(a) To recommit to their religion.
(b) To shake his hand.
(c) To lead the crowd in prayers.
(d) To ask questions.

5. How does David say he learned that George was arrested?
(a) An article in the paper.
(b) Through a letter.
(c) A phone call.
(d) His mother told him.

6. In "Chapter 2," what does David's mother insist his father return to the store in town?
(a) Food.
(b) Books.
(c) Clothing.
(d) Seeds.

7. When does David's family go see Bobbie Lee Taylor speak?
(a) His first day in town.
(b) The first weekend he is in town.
(c) His tenth day in town.
(d) His fifth day in town.

8. How does David feel about his teacher, Mrs. Moore?
(a) He is pleased with her.
(b) He doesn't know her well.
(c) He dislikes her.
(d) He is afraid of her.

9. How does David's mother learn that David's father died in the war?
(a) A visit from his superior.
(b) A letter.
(c) A phone call.
(d) A telegram.

10. How does Aunt Mae feel about David returning her flower?
(a) Confused.
(b) Pleased.
(c) Angry.
(d) Sad.

11. What is wrong with Aunt Mae's breakfast in "Chapter 3"?
(a) It is poorly prepared.
(b) It fell on the floor.
(c) She is sick when she makes it.
(d) It got cold.

12. What does Mrs. Watkins threaten to do to David in "Chapter 3"?
(a) Kick him out of school.
(b) Hit him with a ruler.
(c) Call the authorities.
(d) Make him move all the desks.

13. How does David's mother fall down the stairs in "Chapter 2"?
(a) She trips on her way up.
(b) She falls while sleepwalking.
(c) Aunt Mae shoves her.
(d) David's father knocks her down.

14. In "Chapter 3," what does Aunt Mae make for breakfast?
(a) Eggs and bacon.
(b) Cereal and oatmeal.
(c) Ham and biscuits.
(d) Biscuits and eggs.

15. In "Chapter 3," why does Mrs. Watkins slap David?
(a) Because he burps.
(b) Because he won't stand up.
(c) Because he talks back.
(d) Because his pants are wet.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Chapter 1," how does David describe his years before starting school?

2. Why can't David unlock the door when Mrs. Watkins demands in "Chapter 3"?

3. Why does Mrs. Watkins say David is a troublemaker?

4. How does David say Aunt Mae met George?

5. In "Chapter 4," why are the mechanic shops closed?

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