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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 48 - 63.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Douglas' sense of excitement become lackluster when he is with his friends?
(a) He likes their shoes more than his own
(b) He cannot keep up with them
(c) They make fun of his shoes
(d) No one tlaks to him

2. What does Leo deduce that he himself has been?
(a) At his happiest
(b) Great inventor
(c) Fool
(d) Relieved of a huge burdeon

3. What does the Happiness Machine actually result in?
(a) Longing
(b) Relief
(c) Conflict
(d) Happiness

4. What does Leo believe machines end up being used for?
(a) Surprises
(b) Destructive purposes
(c) Angry purposes
(d) Happiness

5. Where is Father after Tom returns home with Grandfather?
(a) In bed
(b) Sitting on the porch
(c) Lodge meeting
(d) Looking for Douglas

Short Answer Questions

1. What is considered Douglas and Tom's first rite of the summer?

2. In what year does this novel begin?

3. How often does Douglas spend the night with his grandparents?

4. What does Mother send Tom to purchase?

5. What does Lena make sure is happening before she sends for the fire department?

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