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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through August, Chapters 17, 18, 19, 20 and 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Ava feel about the meals Joyce and Eddie cook?
(a) she thinks they're okay
(b) she loves them
(c) she's indifferent
(d) she hates them

2. Why does Joyce decide to visit the state capitol?
(a) she felt like getting out of town
(b) she couldn't get the right person on the phone
(c) she has to file an appeal in person
(d) she wants to get away from the baby's crying

3. Why won't Joyce do what Eddie wants her to do?
(a) she's too frightened
(b) she thinks the best of everyone
(c) it's against her religion
(d) it's too expensive

4. Where does Ava meet Eddie again after the night he told her about his jail time?
(a) at the library
(b) at a gas station
(c) at Joyce's
(d) at the grocery store

5. What is Ava told about the break-ins?
(a) they think they know the two boys doing it
(b) nothing has actually been stolen
(c) the police aren't trying to find the guilty party
(d) they have always happened around there

Short Answer Questions

1. What was one of the main aspects of Ava's circle of friends' lifestyle she didn't like?

2. What does the minister's wife prohibit Joyce from doing?

3. What does Ava do with Gerry when she comes over?

4. In what three areas does Joyce want to deal with in the Circus?

5. What does Ava feel is one of Gerry's major character flaws?

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