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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Ever since his accident, how does Willie feel when people smile at him?
(a) It makes him laugh since he knows they are only smiling because they are uncomfortable.
(b) He appreciates their efforts to comfort and understand him.
(c) It makes him angry because he feels like they are showing him pity.
(d) It makes him sad, but he tries to hold back the tears.

2. Why do the Jo Boys attack Willie?
(a) They think that Willie has called the police.
(b) Willie tries to hide some of his money when they rob him.
(c) They enjoy hurting other people, especially those who are weak.
(d) He looks like someone who owes them money.

3. What does Willie like about Kato?
(a) Kato is serious about school and improving his life.
(b) His sense of humor reminds Willie of Johnny Rivers.
(c) Kato defends him against the kids' teasing.
(d) He seems genuinely interested in Willie as a person.

4. What advice has the doctor given Willie about how he can get his body to work right again?
(a) He tells him to try yoga and meditation as a therapy.
(b) He says that nothing he does will help him return to normal.
(c) He offers Willie a series of medications that can help him improve his balance.
(d) He says to use it and see how much mobility he can regain.

5. How long does Willie hide out before he finds the courage to leave his house?
(a) Six weeks.
(b) One month.
(c) Two weeks.
(d) Two months.

Short Answer Questions

1. In which city is Willie's bus delayed?

2. What inspires Lacey to reveal the secret about his son to Willie?

3. Why does Andre refuse to let Willie leave the basketball court?

4. Why do the other kids at Johnny's party not drink the beer that Marty and his friends bring?

5. In what way has Willie's accident affected the way that he views Marty?

(see the answer key)

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