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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the stranger react to the fact that Bud attempted to drive the car without him?
(a) Angered.
(b) Horrified.
(c) Proud.
(d) Surprised.

2. What is Bud's mother doing in the picture he has of her in his suitcase?
(a) Waving.
(b) Smiling.
(c) Dancing.
(d) Frowning.

3. What does Bud indicate is his most prized possession?
(a) His suitcase.
(b) His blanket.
(c) His teeth.
(d) His father's address.

4. What do Kim and Scott start doing immediately when Bud wakes up and they are introduced?
(a) Asking him questions.
(b) Showing him around.
(c) Talking to him about Lefty.
(d) Watching him without talking.

5. Where is Bud banished by Ms. Amos?
(a) Shed.
(b) Bedroom.
(c) Attic.
(d) Basement.

Short Answer Questions

1. What simple thing that most people take for granted surprised and made Bud happy?

2. Which of the following best describes how Bud is feeling at this point in the novel?

3. What is a cardboard jungle another name for?

4. Why is Bud suddenly less scared about taking off on his journey to Chicago now that he has reconnected with Bugs?

5. How did Bud sleep that first night in the bed that Miss Thomas loaned him?

(see the answer key)

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