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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Baseball in April.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the main character feel foolish and disappointed after the holiday in "Broken Chain"?
(a) He had no presents at Christmas.
(b) Some girls never showed up to meet him.
(c) He wanted to ride his bike.
(d) He ripped his pants.

2. What is the status of the local baseball team in "Broken Chain"?
(a) In the play offs.
(b) Winning.
(c) Losing a lot.
(d) In off season.

3. What becomes apparent about the volunteer league?
(a) There are only 2 teams.
(b) There are only 3 teams.
(c) They are great at preparing players for Little League.
(d) They aren't very good.

4. What are the qualifications for the new team in "Baseball in April"?
(a) Everyone is nice.
(b) Everyone is bad.
(c) Everyone is accepted.
(d) Everyone is played the same amount.

5. What grade is Ernie in?
(a) Eighth.
(b) Tenth.
(c) Seventh.
(d) Ninth.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Jesse's team's first opponent?

2. In "Broken Chain," what does the main character ask his mother for?

3. What is Jesse's team named?

4. Who puts an unofficial baseball league together in "Baseball in April"?

5. What does the main character in "Broken Chain" use to try to realign his teeth?

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