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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does the reader realize that Bud really liked about Ms. Hill?
(a) The way she smelled.
(b) The mothering she gave Bud.
(c) The fact that she knew the type of books he liked.
(d) The way she read stories to him.

3. What time period does this story take place?
(a) Depression.
(b) World War I.
(c) Roaring 20s.
(d) World War II.

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

5. How does Bud feel toward the family who helped him?
(a) Loving.
(b) Respectful.
(c) Thankful.
(d) Angry.

6. What trick does Bud want to play on Todd before he leaves?
(a) Put hornets in his bed with him while he sleeps.
(b) Place his hand in warm water while he sleeps.
(c) Put shaving cream in his hand while he sleeps.
(d) Short sheet his bed while he sleeps.

7. Which of the following is an accurate description of Billy?
(a) Friend.
(b) Bully.
(c) Love interest.
(d) Mocking.

8. How does Bud handle his emotion as he is leaving the orphanage?
(a) He cheers.
(b) He cries.
(c) He fights it.
(d) He yells and screams.

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

10. What does Todd call Bud as his final jab in his scheme to constantly get Bud in trouble?
(a) Bed wetter.
(b) Spoilsport.
(c) Insane.
(d) Schizophrenic.

11. What does Bugs do with Bud's suitcase?
(a) Hides it from the other passengers.
(b) Opens it and goes through it.
(c) Takes care of it for Bud.
(d) Throws it off the train.

12. Which of the following is one of Bud's greatest fears?
(a) Having to live with strangers.
(b) Going into puberty.
(c) His teeth falling out.
(d) Having a haircut.

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

14. What happens during Bud's first trick?
(a) Bud slips and falls, spilling water on himself.
(b) Todd wakes up and gets mad.
(c) Nothing immediately.
(d) Todd urinates in bed.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is a cardboard jungle another name for?

2. What does the family who helps Bud help him to do?

3. Why does Bud move the shotgun?

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

5. Where does Bud go for breakfast?

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