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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, The Wobble in the Cemetery of the World.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Angela sense that Tycho's mother doesn't approve of her. What does she do?
(a) Angela flirts with Mr. Potter.
(b) Angela is excessively polite to Mrs. Potter.
(c) Angela ignores Mrs. Potter.
(d) Angela pretends Mrs. Potter is invisible.

2. When Angela brings up the idea of a reconciliation between her parents, her mother rejects the idea. Why?
(a) She doesn't want to disrupt her lifestyle.
(b) She is too tired to pursue a relationship, and they've both changed too much.
(c) She likes living alone.
(d) She doesn't want to get Angela's hopes up.

3. Richard is groaning about the possibility that Africa will return home. What does Tycho tell him?
(a) If Africa moves back home, Tycho will move away.
(b) Africa won't move back home this time.
(c) If Africa moves back home, her husband will divorce her.
(d) Africa will never move back home.

4. In Chapter 3, how is Tycho portrayed?
(a) Responsible but lazy.
(b) Funny but somewhat dim-witted.
(c) Responsible, serious, and trustworthy.
(d) Irresponsible but kind.

5. What does Angela know that she keeps from her mother?
(a) Her father's wife's name.
(b) That her mother is lying.
(c) Her father's home address and place of business.
(d) That her father has contacted her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Tycho compares common sense and ______.

2. Richard says it wouldn't be fair to their parents if Africa moves back home. Why?

3. What is Richard's reaction to the news that Africa is coming home?

4. Angela's boyfriend's name is ____.

5. What philosopher does Tycho mention in Chapter 4?

(see the answer key)

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