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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Place Up Ahead.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do Cedric and his mother sing as they drive into Providence?
(a) "Amazing Grace."
(b) "Old Rugged Cross."
(c) "It is Well with my Soul."
(d) "Shelter from the Storm."

2. For what summer program does Cedric apply?
(a) A science seminar at Stanford.
(b) A six-week program at M.I.T.
(c) An internship at the Supreme Court.
(d) A summer session at Brown University.

3. Who is the first speaker on Alumni day?
(a) Cedric.
(b) A boy who graduated in 1990.
(c) A girl who graduated in 1989.
(d) A girl who graduated in 1993.

4. Why is Cedric attending Alumni Day at Ballou?
(a) He wants to see his old teachers.
(b) He is looking forward to seeing old friends.
(c) His mother asked him to.
(d) He has been asked to speak.

5. What is the last thing Barbara hands Cedric before she starts to drive back home?
(a) His deodorant.
(b) A shirt.
(c) A book.
(d) His cap.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Cedric's father beat him?

2. Where does Cedric take Chiniqua out to eat in April?

3. Where does Cedric decide to apply to college?

4. Who is Cedric's tutor?

5. Where do Zayd and Cedric go shopping after they become friends again in "A Place Up Ahead"?

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