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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Angela believe that Frank was not accepted as an altar boy?
(a) He is too poor.
(b) He is not old enough.
(c) He has bad manners.
(d) He has not followed the rules in church.

2. What is Peter's punishment when he gets into trouble with his money?
(a) He cannot have supper for two days.
(b) He is grounded.
(c) He has to work extra hours for his mother.
(d) He is locked in the coal hole with the rats.

3. Why is Frank at the pub celebrating with Mikey?
(a) Mikey is turning 16.
(b) Frank got an A in school
(c) Frank just got a job.
(d) Malachy returned home with money for the family.

4. What does Frank think of the new baby's name?
(a) That it sounds like a girl's name.
(b) Frank doesn't care about the new baby's name.
(c) That it is an "affliction."
(d) That it is "respectful."

5. Why does it seem that Nora Molloy enjoys being taken to the asylum?
(a) Her kids drive her crazy, and she enjoys the break.
(b) She is in love with one of the doctors.
(c) She enjoys the company in the asylum.
(d) She is the only one they have to drag out, because she enjoys the quiet and escape from the "real" world.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Mr. Hannon goes to the hospital, what do the doctors say he is in danger of?

2. Why doesn't the telegram boy bring a telegram to the family?

3. Why does Quigley seem to annoy his teachers?

4. What is the poem Angela shares with Bridey, "The Man From the North," about?

5. Why does Paddy get into trouble with his mother in Chapter 6?

(see the answer key)

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