View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter One, Spirit of the Stairway.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sexton trip on after leaving Didi's place?
(a) A string.
(b) A trash bag.
(c) A twig.
(d) A sidewalk crack.

2. What does the person threatening Sexton tell Didi Sexton will be used as?
(a) A good cover.
(b) A road map.
(c) A pawn in the game.
(d) A bargaining chip.

3. What color is the bird delivered to Hettie?
(a) White.
(b) Gray.
(c) Brown.
(d) Black.

4. Where does Billy spend most of his time?
(a) On the steps.
(b) On the porch.
(c) In his room.
(d) In the hall.

5. What purpose does Didi say her family served for her?
(a) They give her a way to fit in.
(b) They fill her with hope.
(c) They give her something to live for.
(d) They give her strength.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Sexton threatened with after he trips while leaving Didi's place?

2. Who do the girls bring to Hettie at the beginning of the book?

3. How does Billy communicate?

4. Where does Sexton go when his mother sends him out?

5. How does Sexton describe his life at the beginning of the book?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 203 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample