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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book I: The Cellar.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does David kick Yussie and give him a bloody nose?
(a) Yussie teases David about Annie.
(b) Yussie hits him with a hanger.
(c) Yussie calls Genya ugly.
(d) Yussie kicks him first.

2. In Book I, where does Albert complain that he is being treated badly?
(a) The neighborhood.
(b) In stores.
(c) Home.
(d) Work.

3. What does Genya make Albert promise never to do again after David kicks Yussie?
(a) Speak to Yussie again.
(b) Allow the boys to play together.
(c) Beat David.
(d) Leave David alone.

4. What industry does Albert work in at the beginning of the book?
(a) Candy factory.
(b) Printing.
(c) Paper mill.
(d) Garbage collection.

5. Of the Schearl family, who arrives in America first?
(a) David.
(b) Albert.
(c) Genya.
(d) Bertha.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does David put the calendar pages he tears from the calendar every day?

2. When Luter comes over while Albert is away, what does Genya realize about Luter?

3. On the day David sees the funeral procession, what kind of contest does he see boys participating in?

4. What is the name of David's playmate who lives in the flat above his in Book I?

5. How does David feel about Luter's frequent visits?

(see the answer key)

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