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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13 through 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On the ship, Charley notices that Con has what item that belonged to someone else?
(a) Johnny's knife.
(b) Charley's shoes.
(c) Jem's watch.
(d) Doreen's scissors.

2. When do Charley and Granny celebrate Christmas?
(a) On December 24th, Christmas Eve.
(b) On January 6th, Epiphany.
(c) On December 25th, Christmas Day.
(d) On December 20th, because they can't wait.

3. Who is the drummer boy always supposed to remain close to?
(a) The soldiers so they can hear him.
(b) The cook so he can have dessert.
(c) The horses so he can pet them.
(d) The captain who gives the orders.

4. What is the problem with Charley's canteen?
(a) It smells bad.
(b) It leaks.
(c) It has the Confederate Army insignia on it.
(d) It has the Union Army insignia on it.

5. Does Charley think he will ever return to the Bent farm.
(a) Yes, it seems like home to him now.
(b) No, he hates it.
(c) No, he does not want to be locked in the hen house.
(d) Yes, but only to build a skyscraper.

Short Answer Questions

1. The area where Silas Gorman takes Charley to practice the drums is near what?

2. What does Charley suddenly realize in the middle of the battle?

3. The Confederate office urges Charley to run away in what direction?

4. Where does the train stop to let most of the soldiers out?

5. Who does Charley meet again on the train?

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