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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Willie feel safe on the motorcycle with his father?
(a) Willie knows that his father is a cautious driver.
(b) Willie believes that his father is immortal.
(c) Willie and his father are wearing helmets.
(d) Willie's father has never had an accident before.

2. What position does Johnny Rivers play?
(a) Left fielder.
(b) Short stop.
(c) Catcher.
(d) First baseman.

3. Why does Willie have trouble asking Jenny to be his girlfriend?
(a) Willie's friends are always around, so he cannot speak to her in private.
(b) Willie is not sure if he would really like to date her.
(c) Willie is worried about ruining his long friendship with Jenny.
(d) Willie is nervous around Jenny and does not know how to talk to her.

4. Where do Willie and his father stop during their motorcycle ride?
(a) They stop at Johnny Rivers' house.
(b) They stop at the top of the bluff overlooking the valley.
(c) They stop at their favorite fishing spot on Corbut Creek.
(d) They stop at the baseball field where the team practices.

5. What keeps Willie from acting like a cocky kid?
(a) Willie's mother has taught him to be gracious and grateful.
(b) Willie's teammates are just as talented as he is.
(c) Wilie's father would not allow it.
(d) Willie does not realize how good he is.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Sal Whitworth try to distract Willie while he is pitching?

2. When was Willie's first motorcycle ride with his father?

3. How does the umpire respond after Sal Whitworth hits Johnny?

4. How does Petey Shropshire manage to get on base as often as he does?

5. What does Johnny say that finally causes Sal Whitworth to lose his composure?

(see the answer key)

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