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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Frank feed himself at Pat Sheehan's?
(a) He borrows money from Margaret.
(b) He gets the food from Angela.
(c) He gets a job selling books.
(d) He steals food.

2. For what religious event is Frank preparing for in Chapter 9?
(a) To read a sermon.
(b) To volunteer in the church's soup kitchen.
(c) To become an altar boy.
(d) His confirmation.

3. Why is Frank hospitalized?
(a) He has pneumonia.
(b) He has appendicitis.
(c) He has typhoid.
(d) He has consumption.

4. What does Malachy's letter say to Angela in Chapter 12?
(a) He has lost his job.
(b) There is more money coming.
(c) He will be home before Christmas.
(d) He is staying in London.

5. Where does the family stay when they are evicted in Chapter 12?
(a) With Margaret.
(b) In a shelter.
(c) With Angela's cousin Laman.
(d) With Malachy's family in Northern Ireland.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Declan upset with Frank in Chapter 7?

2. Why is Frank so understanding when his father is telling Oliver stories about Cuchulain?

3. Where does Frank get a new job in Chapter 16?

4. In Chapter 6, where do Paddy and Frank go when they skip school?

5. After receiving money from the Vincent de Paul society, why does Nora insist on going to the store with Angela?

(see the answer key)

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