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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, The Fight for Food.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Dave's father's reaction to Dave's punishments?
(a) He tries to convince Dave's mother that she is too harsh.
(b) He doesn't do anything.
(c) He holds Dave and comforts him.
(d) He forces Dave's mother to feed him.

2. What is the rare thing Dave's mother does when he finishes eating in Chapter 1, The Rescue?
(a) She gives him a hug.
(b) She makes him a lunch.
(c) She drives him to school.
(d) She combs his hair.

3. What does Dave fantasize about as he lies in bed at night in Chapter 4, The Fight for Food?
(a) A huge cheeseburger with all the fixings.
(b) Running away.
(c) A huge chocolate cake.
(d) A way out of the house.

4. By in Chapter 4, The Fight for Food, how is Dave treated by the rest of the family?
(a) They do not acknowledge him.
(b) They feel sorry for him.
(c) They sneak food to him.
(d) They visit him when mother isn't looking.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Dave's mother tell him in Chapter 1, The Rescue to say happened to his face?

2. How does Dave get caught asking for food on the way to school?

3. Where does Dave have to go while the rest of the family goes camping?

4. How does Dave's mother refer to him by in Chapter 4, The Fight for Food?

5. What is Dave's mother's favorite weapon against him?

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