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

2. What is Dicey thinking about as she lies relaxing under the tree?
(a) Christmas.
(b) The long previous summer of travel.
(c) Thanksgiving.
(d) High school.

3. What do Gram and Dicey agree upon about Maybeth's word lists and study assignments?
(a) Maybeth is not learning to read using that method.
(b) Maybeth is progressing at her own pace and will eventually catch up with others.
(c) Maybeth deserves less study time, more time for herself.
(d) Maybeth is a good student saddled with incompetent instructors.

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

5. What tasks does Dicey do that she thinks will make a big difference in the store?
(a) Wash the shelves and each can on the shelves.
(b) Scrape old stickers from the windows and the entrance door.
(c) Dust the cobwebs from the ceiling and corners.
(d) Replace the burned out light bulbs in the display cases.