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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 does Pat Conroy suggest the kids do when Mrs. Brown talks?
(a) Applaud her.
(b) Agree with her.
(c) Ignore her.
(d) Nod and smile.

2. Pat Conroy lost his job coaching basketball over what suspicion?
(a) Favor for "the coloreds."
(b) He couldn't shoot a basket.
(c) Poor coaching ability.
(d) Dislike for "the coloreds."

3. In Chapter One, what is the situation at Yamacraw school?
(a) All black students.
(b) All of these.
(c) Teachers do not get along.
(d) No motivation or materials.

4. What book is Cindy Lou's favorite?
(a) Gone with the Wind.
(b) The Little Engine that Could.
(c) Tommy the Telephone.
(d) Goodnight Moon.

5. What animal moves into Pat Conroy's house in Chapter 8?
(a) Mice.
(b) Rats.
(c) Squirrels.
(d) Bats.

Short Answer Questions

1. The students thought the word Conroy was what?

2. Pat Conroy threatens to do what to anyone who doesn't want to hear the national news?

3. Who is the king of Yamacraw Island?

4. What prevents the group from returning to Yamacraw Island after Halloween?

5. Who confronted Pat Conroy on the day Martin Luther was buried?

(see the answer key)

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