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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter V, pgs. 414-503.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What prompts Kidd to want to write again?
(a) Lanya pushes him.
(b) Tak thinks he should try one more time.
(c) The scorpions inspire him to try.
(d) A discussion between him and Milly concerning a fight.

2. Why haven't any of the residents of Bellona tried to make contact with the outside world?
(a) They think the rest of the world has forgotten them.
(b) They have been under siege.
(c) They think others will come and ruin their town.
(d) They lack the self purpose that would help them find a solution.

3. Why do the scorpions allow Kidd to tag along?
(a) They like Kidd.
(b) Kidd promises not to tell on them.
(c) They want to get Kidd to steal things.
(d) Because Pepper has told him where they would be.

4. Where does Kidd go to look for Lanya?
(a) The bar.
(b) The store.
(c) The abandoned car lot.
(d) The bus depot.

5. Did the Richards ever have any intention of paying Kidd?
(a) Yes, but they lost their money in bad investments.
(b) Yes, but they are devastated by Bobby's death.
(c) No, because they thought they could get him to work for nothing.
(d) No, because they have very little money.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mrs, Richards try to keep up appearances and thus become delusional?

2. What is the reason that the Richards will not leave Bellona?

3. When they arrive at Calkins' house, who is there to greet them?

4. Why is Kidd upset while on the job?

5. When Lanya arrives at the Reverend's house, what does she tell Kidd?

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