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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Ned?
(a) Will's son.
(b) Will's nephew.
(c) Will's father.
(d) Will's made-up son.

2. Who does Marcus try to hang out with at school in Chapter 5?
(a) A girl in his French class.
(b) The football team.
(c) Boys from the computer club.
(d) The `cool kids`.

3. Why does Marcus come to this conclusion about his family in Chapter 11?
(a) Because the needs of each member often fall to the wayside.
(b) So he would not be alone if his mother died.
(c) He and his mother are drifting apart.
(d) Because he and his mother have never been closer.

4. What is Will unsuccessful at doing in Chapter 10?
(a) Catching some sleep.
(b) Making Suzie laugh with his best gag.
(c) Making a gourmet dinner.
(d) Consoling Marcus.

5. Why does the English teacher sometimes call Marcus crazy?
(a) Because he laughs and cries at random moments.
(b) Because he likes to eat glue.
(c) Because his creative writing is filled with death and murder.
(d) Because he sings out loud to himself at inappropriate times.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Marcus spend the night in Chapter 10?

2. Where did Marcus live before his most recent move?

3. Where does Marcus run into bullies in Chapter 7?

4. What is Fiona doing when Marcus returns home in Chapter 7?

5. What do the bullies do to Marcus in Chapter 7?

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