View a FREE sample

This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Luke's family have a hard time deciphering the meaning of the letter from the Government?
(a) It's written in another language.
(b) It's made of riddles.
(c) It uses lots of big words.
(d) The font is too small.

2. What did Jen do to make sure no policemen stop her on her way to the rally?
(a) She bribed several police officers.
(b) She hacked into the police database and arranged to give several policemen vacation days.
(c) She has devised a special route where no policemen patrol.
(d) She is going to dress up like one of her brothers.

3. What amazes Jen about Luke's family in Chapter 16?
(a) That they are so terrified of the Population Police.
(b) That they won't let Luke outside.
(c) That they believe in the Government's propaganda.
(d) That they make Luke eat on the attic stairs.

4. How is Jen able to check outside for Luke's signal without being seen every day?
(a) She has mirrors placed by each of the doors and windows of her home.
(b) She uses a special camera.
(c) She uses binoculars.
(d) She very carefully picks out the window.

5. After the kids at the rally were killed, where did their blood run into?
(a) The President's rosebushes.
(b) The President's lawn.
(c) The Presiden't driveway.
(d) The President's vegetable garden.

6. How does Luke answer Jen's question about his brothers in Chapter 21?
(a) He is sure his brothers would never betray him.
(b) His brothers do play with him occasionally.
(c) His brothers have never locked him in his room.
(d) His brothers have never physically hurt him.

7. How was Jen's mom able to take her shopping with her?
(a) They bribe the police with money if they are questioned.
(b) The back seat of their family car is hollowed out.
(c) She has her dress up as a boy.
(d) She just does not worry about being caught.

8. What does Luke's mom think of his suggestion to her in Chapter 25?
(a) She thinks it's a great idea and asks him what kind of cake he'd like her to make.
(b) She really thinks it would be nice to work somewhere else.
(c) She doesn't see why they'd want a visit from her since they are rich.
(d) She can't take a day off because she needs the money.

9. What does Jen's father tell the Population Police he was doing on his computer?
(a) That he is working a sting operation in the chat room, hoping to find other shadow children.
(b) He tells them it's none of their business.
(c) Using a search engine and he accidentally came upon this chat room.
(d) Trying to find out who had used his computer illegally.

10. How many times does Luke visit Jen in February?
(a) Twice.
(b) Five times.
(c) Three times.
(d) Once.

11. What does Jen do every time she sees Luke?
(a) Teases him about his hair.
(b) Slaps him on the back.
(c) Kisses his cheek.
(d) Greets him with a big hug and a smile.

12. Why does Jen believe there are not enough babies being born anymore?
(a) Because there's not enough food.
(b) Because of the Government's propaganda campaign against pregnancy.
(c) People are scared that they'll have multiples.
(d) Most women are infertile.

13. What type of people does Luke tell Jen change the world?
(a) Poor people.
(b) Brave people.
(c) Rich people.
(d) Smart people.

14. Jen's father admits he works for the Population Police. How does Luke react?
(a) He backs up into the wall in shock.
(b) Luke begins screaming and grabs Jen's father's gun.
(c) He begins to cry.
(d) He runs and hides in the closet.

15. What kind of Government does Jen's father say they have?
(a) A totalitarian government.
(b) A tyranny.
(c) A monarchism government.
(d) An authoritarianism government.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Luke watch Jen's house obsessively for the days after the rally?

2. Why does Jen's father believe that the government intentionally keeps people hovering around the poverty level?

3. Luke learns that Jen was killed at the rally, how does he react?

4. In Chapter 18, what is Jen's chat room friend complaining about online?

5. What does Jen say to Luke after he tells her he will see her after the rally?

(see the answer keys)

This section contains 786 words (approx. 3 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample