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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is a saying that Bud remembers his mother always using?
(a) It's raining cats and dogs.
(b) A stitch in time saves nine.
(c) Life is just a box of chocolates, you never know what you will get.
(d) As one door closes, another one opens.

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

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

4. What does the policeman discuss before letting them go on to Grand Rapids?
(a) Where Bud's father is located.
(b) Concern over labor organizer problems.
(c) Why they were traveling over the speed limit.
(d) Transportation of blood.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How old are both Bud and Jerry at this point in the novel?

2. What does Bud tell the man about where he is from?

3. Which of the following characters sneaks up on Bud and surprises him?

4. What is the first evidence of Todd's dishonesty?

5. Where was Bud's suitcase when he got out of the barn and escaped from the hornets?

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