1. What does Frank's father tell the officials from the St. Vincent de Paul Society about their lavatory?
(a) Angela is the only who cleans the lavatory.
(b) It is killing them because it is infested with disease.
(c) They are very lucky to have a lavatory.
(d) The lavatory is too far away for the boys to use.

2. What kind of teacher is Mr. Benson?
(a) Selfish and greedy, refusing to teach the boys about Catholicism.
(b) Kind and nurturing to the boys and excited to talk about his faith.
(c) Devoted to his Catholicism, but hates answering questions about it.
(d) Quiet and timid, answering questions slowly and only when asked multiple times.

3. Because they do not have bus fare home, where does the family sleep that night?
(a) Inside a homeless shelter.
(b) On the street.
(c) At a friend's house.
(d) In the police barracks.

4. Why does Frank miss his collection?
(a) His grandmother makes him return to church for a confession.
(b) His grandmother makes him stay home and help her with chores.
(c) His father is out drinking and cannot take him.
(d) He is not feeling well.

5. Why do Frank's classmates laugh at him as they leave the store before Christmas?
(a) They cannot afford any groceries.
(b) Malachy is drunk and stumbling home.
(c) The only meat they can afford is a pig's head.
(d) Frank falls in the mud and is dirty.