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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. The last time David saw his father, he showed him his prized possession. What is his father's prized possession?
(a) David's birth certificate.
(b) His retiremant papers.
(c) His fireman's badge.
(d) A photo of his wedding.

2. Why is David sick at the beginning of the second chapter?
(a) Because he has pneumonia.
(b) Because he is flying.
(c) Because he is going to see his brother.
(d) Because he has cancer.

3. What is the name of the Technical Sergeant, or David's supervisor, that finally tells him he is doing a great job?
(a) Piners.
(b) Campbell.
(c) Steins.
(d) Maxwell.

4. Upon first entering the nurse's office, what does the nurse think is wrong with David?
(a) He is hyperventilating.
(b) He is losing too much blood.
(c) He has a broken leg.
(d) He has third-degree burns.

5. What item of his father's does David take from the coat in the closet?
(a) His father's medical card.
(b) His father's admittance papers.
(c) His father's badge.
(d) His father's medicine.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the date of the second chapter "Fly Away?"

2. What does David make the nurse promise after she tells him she knows the truth about the abuse?

3. In the autobiography, what does David say is the nickname given to foster children?

4. Who wrote the letter that David wished he never received?

5. What is the name of the male nurse that meets David to inform him about his father's condition?

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