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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Willie go back for Kam when the school is on fire?
(a) Deep down, he knows that Kam is actually a good person.
(b) He knows that it is the right thing to do because Kam will die if he does not.
(c) He sees this as his opportunity to be a hero again.
(d) He wants to be sure that Kam is punished for his crimes.

2. Where do Willie and his father stop during their motorcycle ride?
(a) They stop at the baseball field where the team practices.
(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 Johnny Rivers' house.

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

4. What is special about this trip to Salmon Lake?
(a) It is Mrs. Weaver's first trip to the lake since the death of Willie's sister.
(b) They are celebrating Willie's birthday.
(c) It is the last weekend of the summer that they will be able to get to the lake.
(d) It is the first trip out in Big Will's new boat.

5. According to Willie, why does Jenny Blackburn always win when they race each other on bicycles?
(a) She has longer legs and can pedal faster.
(b) Her bicycle is newer and has more gears.
(c) She always takes a head start.
(d) She moves the finish line so that she is always the first to cross.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Willie feel safe on the motorcycle with his father?

2. What advice does Willie give in the article about street gangs.

3. Why does Willie's mom warn him about "fast things"?

4. What does Willie like about Kato?

5. What does Willie give to Jenny as a sign of their newly romantic relationship?

(see the answer key)

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