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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Andre refuse to let Willie leave the basketball court?
(a) He wants him to finish the game that they are playing.
(b) He is afraid that Willie is frustrated and wants him to talk about it.
(c) He says that he should never leave the court on a miss.
(d) He sees some other kids and wants Willie to introduce himself.

2. What is the gang leader doing when Willie approaches?
(a) He is spinning and kicking as he stands on the back of a concrete bench.
(b) He is cleaning his fingernails with a switchblade knife.
(c) He is leaning against the bus stop pole watching Willie approach.
(d) He is shooting pennies against the curb.

3. Why does Big Will want Willie to stop wearing his LURCH and QUASIMODO shirts?
(a) Big Will is embarrassed by the shirts.
(b) Big Will does not understand the humor in the shirts.
(c) Big Will resents the influence that Cyril has on Willie.
(d) Big Will says that Willie is on his way back.

4. What city is Willie's final destination?
(a) Seattle.
(b) Oakland.
(c) Spokane.
(d) San Francisco.

5. What sport does Johnny suggest for Willie's "new sport"?
(a) Bowling.
(b) Table tennis.
(c) Racquetball.
(d) Swimming.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Angel not grateful when Willie comes to her rescue?

2. Why does Kam say that the Jo Boys should leave Willie's cane behind after they beat him up?

3. How does Willie retaliate after Sal Whitworth hits Johnny?

4. Why does Willie agree to play basketball with Jack?

5. How does Willie feel about his job as manager for the girls' basketball team?

(see the answer key)

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