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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When is Chapter 1 set?
(a) 1968.
(b) 1971.
(c) 1989.
(d) 1985.

2. How long has Lorene been teaching, at the beginning of the book?
(a) 1 year.
(b) 9 years.
(c) 15 years.
(d) 6 years.

3. Where does Lorene go to school?
(a) St. Paul's.
(b) Yale.
(c) Philips Exeter.
(d) Cornell.

4. What theme is introduced into the book in Chapter 1?
(a) The need to keep close to home.
(b) The need to run as far from home as possible.
(c) The need to let go of home.
(d) The need to take home with you wherever you go.

5. For what does Mr. Dick say Lorene should be prepared at St. Paul's?
(a) Competitiveness and even meanness in the students.
(b) Racism and condescension from her teachers.
(c) Three hours of homework every night.
(d) Relentless work without breaks.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who are the wombats?

2. What has Mr. Evans given to Lorene?

3. What does Lorene say St. Paul's effect on her was?

4. Into what class is Lorene admitted?

5. What did Lorene's mother say she had not done until after she was married?

(see the answer key)

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