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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 9, 10, and 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Claude's initial reaction when he discovers his mother and Al Johnson have developed a more intimate relationship?
(a) He is angry.
(b) He is overjoyed.
(c) He feels betrayed.
(d) He is surprised.

2. What happens when Emma receives occasional phone calls during the night?
(a) Emma leaves and delivers mysterious packages.
(b) Emma sends Claude to stay with a neighbor.
(c) Emma wakes Claude and takes him to pick up secret customers.
(d) Emma panics and screams hysterically.

3. What organization suspects Emma of communist activities?
(a) CPA.
(b) CIA.
(c) FBI.
(d) FAA.

4. Why does Claude choose to keep a quiet demeanor in school?
(a) He is embarrassed about his poverty.
(b) He struggles to keep up with the class.
(c) He doesn't want anyone asking about his father.
(d) He is afraid of being punished by his mother.

5. Who keeps Claude company after his mother goes to bed when she comes home from work?
(a) No one.
(b) A neighbor.
(c) The building custodian.
(d) Claude's father.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Claude when he begins to go to the movies?

2. What instrument does Peter Fisk play?

3. Where does Claude discover an old piano?

4. What does Claude do in the basement of Mr. Weisfeld's music store?

5. How does Catherine feel about Claude when he comes to accompany Peter?

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