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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is it surprising Bobby makes it to high school and college?
(a) Bobby is a rebel during elementary school.
(b) His classmates do not have levels above second grade.
(c) Bobby is not very smart.
(d) Bobby is dyslexic.

2. What does Monette feel about his childhood as he remembers his past?
(a) It is like somebody else and not really him.
(b) They are happier than he first remembers.
(c) They are sadder than he first remembers.
(d) As if it all just happened yesterday.

3. How old is Paul when he is first introduced to sexual experiences?
(a) 9.
(b) 13.
(c) 11.
(d) 15.

4. How does Paul collaborate with the enemy that makes fun of Jews?
(a) By targeting Jews to distract others from the topic of gay men.
(b) By adding to the jokes in order to belong.
(c) By ignoring their jokes.
(d) By laughing along to save himself.

5. What stops when Monette finally comes out of the closet?
(a) Hatred.
(b) Guilt.
(c) Blame.
(d) Pain.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Paul Monette feel about growing up gay?

2. Why does Paul not kiss Richie?

3. What is Paul's first impression of Bobby in the bassinet?

4. What comfortable bonding opportunities does Paul have with his father?

5. Who does Monette compare gays' plight to?

(see the answer key)

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