1. Why does Jenny yell and Big Will to "stop it"?
(a) He is trying to grab for Willie while she is performing CPR.
(b) She wants him to catch the boat, which is slowly idling away from them.
(c) He is sobbing uncontrollably.
(d) He is banging his head against the side of the boat.

2. What is Willie doing as he is rushed to the hospital?
(a) He is protesting that he is not hurt and does not need to go.
(b) He is mumbling incoherently and staring out of the window.
(c) He is holding his head and whimpering in pain.
(d) He is lying unconscious in the back seat with Jenny and his mother.

3. How does Willie feel about his meeting with Cyril Wheat?
(a) Willie resents the fact that Cyril is making him talk and is angry.
(b) Willie feels completely empty inside and cannot describe his emotions.
(c) Willie is not sure how he feels because he is not sure whether he trusts Cyril.
(d) Willie is glad that he came and feels relieved to have someone to talk to.

4. Why does Willie's mom warn him about "fast things"?
(a) Her father died in a car accident, so she is overly cautious about speed.
(b) She thinks Jenny is one of these "fast things" and does not approve of their relationship.
(c) She wants him to slow down and enjoy life.
(d) She is afraid that Willie and his father will get hurt because of their reckless behavior.

5. Where does Willie stay his first night in Oakland?
(a) Under an overpass.
(b) On the bus driver's couch.
(c) In a homeless shelter.
(d) In the police station.