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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 say when he sees a picture of Didi's family?
(a) They look nice.
(b) He is sorry for her loss.
(c) It seems so strange.
(d) She doesn't fit there.

2. What is the name of the girl with the broken leg?
(a) Dana.
(b) Joy.
(c) Prudence.
(d) Hannah.

3. What did Didi get great joy from while with Sexton?
(a) Walking through the park.
(b) Speaking with him.
(c) Sewing his shirt.
(d) Eating an apple.

4. How long ago did Didi begin living alone?
(a) 1 year.
(b) 1 week.
(c) 1 month.
(d) 1 day.

5. What is Sexton writing at the beginning of the book?
(a) A note.
(b) A short story.
(c) An essay.
(d) A journal entry.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Sexton see when he leaves Didi's place?

2. What is Sexton writing about at the beginning of the book?

3. What is Hettie?

4. Why does Hettie break the leg of one of the girls?

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

(see the answer key)

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