1. What is James' announcement that surprises Dicey and Gram?
(a) James has found a job for himself delivering newspapers.
(b) James intends to quit school and get a regular job to help with the finances.
(c) The family of a friend of James has offered to allow him to live there
(d) He is totally unhappy with his life because he does not fit in at school.

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

3. What is Dicey's reaction when the children go to bed without saying goodnight to her?
(a) She is irritated at Gram for taking over supervision of the children.
(b) She is proud the children are showing some independence.
(c) She feels left out as a part of their daily routine.
(d) She is upset at being slighted by the children's behavior.

4. What makes Dicey doubt that Maybeth might be retarded?
(a) Maybeth quietly understands her sister and brothers.
(b) Maybeth usually struggles, but somehow always manages to keep up.
(c) Maybeth knows she needs to improve and is determined to do so.
(d) Maybeth has demonstrated ability to learn music, melodies and song words.

5. During lunch at the mall, what does Gram report was the teacher's review of Sammy?
(a) The teacher said Sammy is doing fine, right on course for grade level.
(b) The teacher said Sammy is an angel, quiet and cooperative as can be.
(c) The teacher said Sammy may need a tutor to help him stay current.
(d) The teacher said Sammy is disruptive and uncooperative.