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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Paul believe Mr. Nindle is gay?
(a) His interactions with the Apollos.
(b) His constant visits to P.E. classes.
(c) The way he touched Paul on the arm.
(d) The way he lingers in the locker room.

2. What causes Paul to feel guilty about his relationship with Kite?
(a) He feels he let Joyce down.
(b) He feels he let Bobby down.
(c) He feels he let his father down.
(d) He feels he let Toby down.

3. According to Paul, what keeps him invisible?
(a) Straight men who write history.
(b) Society.
(c) The families in the neighborhood.
(d) Bobby and his father.

4. Which teacher does Paul respect most for his intellect?
(a) Mr. Fitts.
(b) Mr. Paoletti.
(c) Dr. Rohmer.
(d) Mr. Nindle.

5. What secret does Bobby and Jackie have between them?
(a) Kids telling Bobby his brother is a queer.
(b) Jackie is Bobby's favorite.
(c) They play hooky and Jackie takes Bobby to Boston for a day.
(d) Bobby is Jackie's favorite.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Monette as he writes his autobiography "Becoming a Man: Half a Life Story?"

2. How does Paul collaborate with the enemy that makes fun of Jews?

3. How does Paul feel about his situation with Kite?

4. What word choice is Monette aware of but feels the need to use?

5. What makes Paul feel guilty for his acceptance to the three Ivy League schools he applies to?

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