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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 62-92.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What doe Nick’s father add to mac-and-cheese?
(a) Worcestershire sauce.
(b) Hamburger meat.
(c) Tabasco sauce.
(d) Mustard.

2. What is Nick Hall’s father’s profession?
(a) Professor.
(b) Medical doctor.
(c) Landscaper.
(d) Writer.

3. Why does Nick’s father ask him to get him a pillow?
(a) Because he will be sleeping in his study.
(b) Because wants a footrest under his desk.
(c) Because he needs to prop up his office chair.
(d) Because his back hurts.

4. What does Nick say Coby’s house smells like?
(a) Horses.
(b) Exotic cooking.
(c) Garlic and butter.
(d) Funky feet.

5. Why does Nick say that the students at his school cut Mr. MacDonald slack for his weird personality?
(a) He could have died of a brain tumor.
(b) He is kind to everyone.
(c) He is a great dancer.
(d) He is a bit touched.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was it that got the Egglestons kicked out of school?

2. What kind of award does Mr. MacDonald have in his room?

3. Who is Nick and Coby’s middle school named for?

4. What does Nick say he is a pro at?

5. What is Nick tormented by, after his parents tell him that they are separating?

(see the answer key)

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