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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapter 29.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What excuse does Mikey make so he will not have to go to the hospital with his father?
(a) He says he is sick.
(b) He says he is too depressed.
(c) He says he has a date.
(d) He says he has homework.

2. From which religion is the blue Ali stone Mikey has collected?
(a) Christianity.
(b) Hinduism.
(c) Islam.
(d) Kaaba.

3. How does Lydia react to the news that Mikey has not come to the hospital to visit her?
(a) She is depressed.
(b) She is confused.
(c) She is outraged.
(d) She does not care.

4. How does Silas respond to running into Du Boise again?
(a) He silently walks away.
(b) He hugs him.
(c) He punches him.
(d) He invites him over for dinner.

5. Where was Mikey's sister sent to live?
(a) Egypt.
(b) Mexico.
(c) Canada.
(d) America.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following best describes the neighborhood where the Ali family lives?

2. What color is the settee in Lydia's living room?

3. How does Kate package the papers on Du Boise she has stolen for Mikey?

4. What milestone birthday will Silas be celebrating in the year that the novel is set?

5. As a child, what was Mikey's name for his mother?

(see the answer key)

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