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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Slip Away.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the hospital, what story does David tell his father so that he can talk to him without worrying what to say?
(a) A story about their trip to the Russian River.
(b) A story about his enlistment process.
(c) A story about cooking for the Air Force.
(d) A story about the day he was rescued from his mother.

2. What does David's mother call him?
(a) It.
(b) Stupid.
(c) Animal.
(d) You.

3. What is the name of David's social worker?
(a) Ms. Smith.
(b) Ms. Free.
(c) Ms. Gold.
(d) Ms. Silver.

4. What does David think his father's admittance into the hospital will do for his family?
(a) Create a relationship between David and his father.
(b) Create a relationship between David and his mother.
(c) Bring him closure regarding his abusive family.
(d) Bring his parents back together.

5. What does the enlisting sergeant call David when talking to him about planes?
(a) Pelz-O.
(b) Pelz.
(c) David.
(d) Dave-O.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to David, what word is associated with the highest compliment that his father could give him?

2. Why is there no casket at the funeral of David's father?

3. According to David's mother, who is the man of the house?

4. Who is David's "bunk buddy" in the Air Force?

5. While speaking about her family, where does David's mother say Ronald is stationed at?

(see the answer key)

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