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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Wishful Thinking.

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 the day he was rescued from his mother.
(c) A story about his enlistment process.
(d) A story about cooking for the Air Force.

2. After examining David, what does the nurse come to find out is David's real injury?
(a) A swollen Adam's apple.
(b) A bruised esophagus.
(c) A crushed nasal passage.
(d) A crushed larynx.

3. What excuse does David's mother come up with to cover up his injuries sustained from being pushed down the stairs?
(a) He was sleep-walking.
(b) He tripped.
(c) He fell off his bike.
(d) He was wrestling with his brothers.

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

5. What was the date that David was placed into protective custody?
(a) January 1, 1974.
(b) March 5, 1973.
(c) December 31, 1973.
(d) August 24, 1979.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of David's social worker?

2. What are the only letters that David regularly receives while in basic training?

3. What is the name of David's foster mother?

4. While talking to his father in the hospital, why does David say he joined the Air Force?

5. What are the two names that David calls his mother?

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