1. During lunch at the mall, what does Gram report was the teacher's review of Maybeth?
(a) The teacher said Maybeth is disruptive and uncooperative.
(b) The teacher said Maybeth's work has gone down since the start of the school year.
(c) The teacher said Maybeth may need a tutor to help her stay current.
(d) The teacher said Maybeth is doing fine, right on course for grade level.

2. What recent find in the barn distracts Dicey's thoughts toward a daydream?
(a) An old pickup truck.
(b) A small sailboat.
(c) An old hunting rifle.
(d) A leather horse saddle.

3. What does Gram announce at dinner on Halloween that pleases everyone at the table?
(a) Gram says she has baked a surprise Halloween cake.
(b) Gram states she is delighted to have the children these past several weeks.
(c) Gram states she believes in closing the book on things.
(d) Gram says the welfare people have sent extra money to celebrate Halloween.

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

5. What is the subject of the meeting with Maybeth's music teacher?
(a) The music teacher thinks Maybeth needs remedial help.
(b) The music teacher thinks Maybeth does not try to succeed.
(c) The music teacher thinks Maybeth is very talented.
(d) The music teacher thinks Maybeth should withdraw from the music class.