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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Bud want Todd to be a bed wetter?
(a) Because it is a humiliating experience.
(b) Because he wanted to be able to laugh at Todd one time.
(c) Because Todd called Bud a bed wetter.
(d) Because it will get Todd in trouble with his parents.

2. What does Bud refuse to allow Mr. Amos or the other family members to notice?
(a) His disgust and terror.
(b) His desperate need to belong.
(c) His fear and anger.
(d) His relief at being away from them.

3. What would have happened to Bud had the family not helped him?
(a) He would have been hungry for at least another mealtime.
(b) He would have had to eat alone.
(c) He would have been banished from the shelter.
(d) He would have had to move onto another city.

4. What is important to Bud about the contents of his suitcase that was disturbed by the Amos family?
(a) The items cannot be seen by anyone other than himself.
(b) The items need to stay organized the way he has them.
(c) The items cannot be touched by others.
(d) The items cannot touch each other.

5. Which of the following types of issues are present for Bud in the Amos household?
(a) Pain.
(b) Helpful.
(c) Dangerous.
(d) Trust.

Short Answer Questions

1. What time period does this story take place?

2. What does this chapter end with?

3. Why is it surprising that Bud is able to show such confidence about himself?

4. Who is Bud trying to find as he sets out after leaving the Amos house?

5. Which of the following is an accurate description of how Bud feels at the thought of being on his own?

(see the answer key)

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