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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, While Father is Away.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Dave eventually get food at home in Chapter 4, The Fight for Food?
(a) He begs his brothers for food.
(b) He gets up at night and sneaks it out of the refrigerator.
(c) He takes it out of the garbage.
(d) He begs his mother for scraps.

2. Where does Dave go when he finishes his chores after school?
(a) Out in the yard.
(b) To bed.
(c) To stand in the basement.
(d) To the neighbor's house.

3. What is Father's reaction when mother tells him to stop helping Dave in Chapter 6, While Father is Away?
(a) He complies with her demand.
(b) He slaps her.
(c) He tells her to shut up.
(d) He convinces her to let him help Dave.

4. How does Dave refer to Mother's house after his father leaves?
(a) The Nuthouse.
(b) The Prison.
(c) The Madhouse.
(d) The Dungeon.

5. What nickname does Dave's father use for him?
(a) Tiger.
(b) Beanpole.
(c) Sonny.
(d) Big Guy.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the good years, when do the holidays begin for Dave's family?

2. Where do Dave and his family usually go for summer vacations in Chapter 2, Good Times?

3. Chapter 2, Good Times, who is in command of all family matters in Dave's household?

4. What is Dave's mother's name?

5. What kind of pets does Dave's family have Chapter 2, Good Times?

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