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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Tomie say he will never forget the year that this book starts out?
(a) There was a hurricane.
(b) His father died.
(c) The war started.
(d) He started school.

2. Why does the city move something out in Chapter 4?
(a) To pave the streets.
(b) To put in telephone poles.
(c) To widen the streets.
(d) To clean the area.

3. What are the things that Tomie thinks is candy when he can't find any in the regular spot?
(a) Mints.
(b) Dog treats,
(c) Potpouri.
(d) Laxatives.

4. How does Tomie's father get rid of the weeds in the backyard?
(a) They are stripped.
(b) They are burned.
(c) They are mowed.
(d) They are poisoned.

5. What state does Nana Fall Water live in?
(a) Minnesota.
(b) Missouri.
(c) Massachusetts.
(d) Montana.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Tomie at the beginning of the book?

2. How does Tomie feel about his heritage?

3. What is Tomie disappointed about on his first day of school?

4. What hurts Tomie during the backyard project?

5. What is added to the house when the city takes something out?

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