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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why can Bud find information easily in the library?

2. What does Bud have for breakfast?

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

4. What hang on the barn's door?

5. Which of the following words describes what Bud must do to get breakfast?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Jerry worried about his new home and what does Bud do to help?

2. How could the favor that Bud's new adoptive family provided be described?

3. What does Bud take with him and how does he feel as he leaves?

4. In what way are the library and the shelter similar and what do they provide for Bud?

5. What did Billy used to argue about at the home and why did he say he wouldn't be there much longer?

6. How does Todd's mother react to the situation between Bud and Todd and why does Bud think she reacts that way?

7. What realization does Bud come to in regard to Todd and the way he treats Bud?

8. What does Bud call the book page dust and what does it help him to do?

9. Who is Deza Malone and why is this character important to Bud?

10. What happens as the two boys try to get on the train and what does Bugs do about it?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does Bud feel about the fact that he has made progress with the other members of the band, but Mr. Calloway continues to be cold with him? Why do you think he feels that way? Do you think he is justified in his feelings? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

In what ways is the character of Bud brave? Provide at least two examples directly form the text showing Bud's bravery. Do you believe you could have been as brave as Bud was? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

How can you tell that Bud is a law-abiding citizen? Does this surprise you as the reader? Why or why not?

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