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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Bud's suitcase hidden?
(a) Under the dinner table.
(b) In the shed.
(c) Under his bed.
(d) At the orphanage.

2. Which of the following best describes Bud in the Amos household?
(a) Odd man out.
(b) Slave labor.
(c) Scapegoat.
(d) Trustful member.

3. What does the mother in the family share with Bud?
(a) Oatmeal.
(b) Eggs.
(c) Brown sugar.
(d) Bacon.

4. Which of the following pictures does this novel provide insight into at the beginning?
(a) How it feels to be in an orphange and be picked to leave.
(b) How it feels to lose your mother and be abandonded by your father.
(c) How it feels to lose your best friend due to moving.
(d) How it feels to grow up in a difficult setting.

5. Which of the following characters makes it onto the train to Chicago?
(a) Deza.
(b) Bugs.
(c) Bud.
(d) Ms. Hill.

Short Answer Questions

1. To which character does Bud flash back to during this chapter?

2. How is Bud treated in relation to the family who helps him out?

3. What does Bud refuse to allow Mr. Amos or the other family members to notice?

4. In what way did Bud consider the relationship between himself and Ms. Hill?

5. What trick does Bud want to play on Todd before he leaves?

(see the answer key)

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