1. Why is it that Dicey dislikes home economics class?
(a) The classroom of all girls is silly and immature.
(b) Home ec is the last class of the day and Dicey just wants to go to work.
(c) The teacher is impatient and incompetent.
(d) The boring topics are of interest only to people that do not have more important things.

2. Which parts of the home economics teacher's explanation capture Dicey's interest?
(a) Sewing and repair of garments to save buying new.
(b) Meal preparation for guests such as Mr. Lingerle.
(c) Wool knitting to make clothes for the kids.
(d) None, Dicey pays no attention and spends the time thinking about Sammy.

3. What is James' first reaction to Maybeth's plight?
(a) He is angry at himself for not realizing how Maybeth's struggles are affecting her.
(b) He is irritated at Gram for allowing Maybeth to slack.
(c) He is irritated that Maybeth is not emotionally stronger.
(d) He is pleased with himself that he is not as slow as Maybeth.

4. What is it about Will Hawkin's character that Dicey considers as the topic for her paper?
(a) He is a sad individual who hides behind the image of a fun-loving person.
(b) He is essentially honest but tries to convey an image of shady dealer.
(c) He keeps his two aspects of life separate, his friends and his work.
(d) He is essentially a shady person but tries to convey an image of honesty.

5. What does Dicey do at the store on the first work Saturday that seems to make a big difference?
(a) Empty the overflowing trash bin.
(b) Wash the floor.
(c) Discard out-of-date goods.
(d) Remove a damaged shelf.