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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act One: A Different Kid, Chapters 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of school setting is discussed at the beginning of Chapter 4, "Fags Play Football, Too"?
(a) University.
(b) Elementary school.
(c) High school.
(d) Middle school.

2. Which member of Matt's family is central to the photograph presented at the end of Chapter 6: "You Can't Swim in Cowboy Boots"?
(a) His mother.
(b) His cousin.
(c) His uncle.
(d) His father.

3. In which season of the year did Nanny buy sneakers for Matt's cousins and another type of shoe for him?
(a) Fall.
(b) Summer.
(c) Spring.
(d) Winter.

4. It is asserted within the introduction entitled "Black. Queer. Here." that society presents children with how many different paths from which to choose?
(a) 2.
(b) 5.
(c) 3.
(d) 8.

5. Besides Matt's use of his own gay lingo, what other aspect of his persona was attacked at an early age?
(a) His walk.
(b) His smile.
(c) His hair.
(d) His laugh.

Short Answer Questions

1. What suggestion did Todd make to Matt the day when he warned him about circulating rumors?

2. Matt states that Nanny still retained her Southern accent even after living elsewhere for how many years?

3. During how many years of high school did Matt run track?

4. To which gameshow does Matt allude when he discusses playground activities in Chapter 4: "Fags Play Football Too"?

5. What sort of action did Matt take once he was able to fight back against his attackers?

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