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

2. What advice from Gram does Dicey recall when Mina becomes defensive?
(a) Time passes faster than the past.
(b) You cannot reach out with a clenched hand.
(c) Better to say nothing than to say a lie.
(d) Too many questions leads to too few answers.

3. What becomes a topic of conversation during dinner?
(a) Thanksgiving dinners of previous years.
(b) The changes in town since Gram was a child.
(c) Family heirloom silver that was passed down from bootlegger ancestors.
(d) Cooking methods for turkey and chickens.

4. 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 should withdraw from the music class.
(c) The music teacher thinks Maybeth does not try to succeed.
(d) The music teacher thinks Maybeth is very talented.

5. What is it that gives Dicey the feeling she is always off balance?
(a) Maybeth's progress is always a distraction in Dicey's thoughts.
(b) James is growing up fast and strong to challenge Dicey at every turn.
(c) Trying to follow the advice to hold on to people when she only has the two hands.
(d) Balancing school, home chores and store work can be overwhelming.