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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following characters sneaks up on Bud and surprises him?
(a) Jerry.
(b) Deza.
(c) Ms. Hill.
(d) Bugs.

2. What does Bud reflect on in relation to conversations with his mother?
(a) He can barely remember them anymore.
(b) They are all the same.
(c) They provide him with the rules to live by.
(d) They never had any real conversations.

3. What are both Bud and Jerry concerned about in regard to their new home?
(a) That it may be temporary.
(b) That it may be permanent.
(c) That it may be abusive.
(d) That it may be dirty.

4. Why is Bud almost too late to catch his train?
(a) He takes time to double check all of his things.
(b) He is detained saying good bye to the librarian.
(c) He stops to eat breakfast with the family at the shelter.
(d) He gets caught up talking to a girl.

5. What does Bud end up doing instead of his initial trick?
(a) Placing Todd's hand in warm water.
(b) Urinating on Todd in his bed.
(c) Screaming goodbye to Todd.
(d) Pouring water on Todd in his bed.

Short Answer Questions

1. What time period does this story take place?

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

3. How does Bud feel toward the family who helped him?

4. Where is Bud banished by Ms. Amos?

5. What does Bud indicate is his most prized possession?

(see the answer key)

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