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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Jim's mother say when he calls her from Tom Miggrello's party?
(a) "You're drunk."
(b) "I'm glad you called."
(c) "Who won the game?"
(d) "You really did it this time."

2. What substance does Jim try that he thinks is non-addictive?
(a) Heroin.
(b) Marijuana.
(c) Aspirin.
(d) Speed.

3. Jim says, "I just want to be _____ and live in the _____."
(a) Rich/city.
(b) High/woods.
(c) Adored/now.
(d) Tough/streets.

4. What is Jim's motivation for getting along with his cousin's friends in Manhattan?
(a) He is trying to impress his cousin.
(b) His mom will give him money if he makes a new group of friends.
(c) He believes he can sell stolen goods to them.
(d) His family is moving to their neighborhood, and he will finish the school year with them.

5. What does the old lady on the bus tell Jim will happen in a month?
(a) He will die.
(b) He will fall in love.
(c) She will see her grandchildren.
(d) The war will end.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does someone run for Brother Kenneth during Billy's seizure?

2. Who does Fat Eddie introduce Jim to when he arrives at his house?

3. Who stands up for Pedro about the teasing from Herbie about his parents?

4. What does Jim bring on the train uptown to break his boredom?

5. Who confronts Brother G. about his punishment in class?

(see the answer key)

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