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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Grandma Dowdel tell Joey and Mary Alice to look for in addition to historical clothes in the attic in "Centennial Summer"?
(a) A gas lantern.
(b) A wine bottle.
(c) A stovepipe hat.
(d) A butter churn.

2. Where does Grandma Dowdel's old tomcat live?
(a) In the cobhouse.
(b) In the attic.
(c) In the basement.
(d) In the privy.

3. When was A Long Way from Chicago awarded the Newbery Honor?
(a) 2002.
(b) 1988.
(c) 1996.
(d) 1999.

4. What kind of show is put on by the ladies of the United Brethren Church at the Centennial Celebration?
(a) A dramatic reading.
(b) A comedic play.
(c) A flower show.
(d) A quilt show.

5. What organization in Grandma's town shows movies at their outdoor picture show in "Things with Wings"?
(a) The Lions Club.
(b) The Elks Club.
(c) The Freemasons Society.
(d) The Kiwanis Club.

Short Answer Questions

1. During what historical period are the stories set in A Long Way from Chicago?

2. What is the brand of orange soda pop that Joey and Mary Alice cherish in the narrative?

3. How old is Mary Alice Dowdel during her first visit to her Grandmother's in "Shotgun Cheatham's Last Night Above Ground"?

4. What is Mrs. Weidenbach's nephew performing for the talent show in "Centennial Summer"?

5. Who has given out complimentary paper fans at the county fair in "The Day of Judgment"?

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