1. What thought occurs to Dicey when James shows the family Bible with the names of Gram's children written inside?
(a) Dicey thinks her mother's name should be lined out.
(b) Dicey thinks the list of names provides mental comfort to Gram.
(c) Dicey thinks the list of names stirs melancholy and gloom.
(d) Dicey thinks the four kids names should be added to the Bible list.

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

3. What are Gram's personal thoughts concerning the finances?
(a) She is unhappy about accepting public aid.
(b) She resents the uncaring manners of the insurance companies.
(c) She is pleasantly surprised at the amount of helpful money available for people.
(d) She is grateful for the kindly manners of insurance agents.

4. What is Gram's announcement concerning finances?
(a) They must go on welfare in order to make ends meet.
(b) The insurance company has approved a cash settlement for the family.
(c) Maryland County Trust Bureau wants to visit the family, possibly to provide funding.
(d) The insurance company has denied a cash settlement for the family.

5. What is Gram's suggestion to Dicey concerning the teacher note?
(a) Gram has already planned to go meet the teacher the next day.
(b) Gram will ask the lawyer to contact the teacher.
(c) Maybeth will stay home from school the next day.
(d) Gram will meet with the teacher at the end of term.