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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Preface to The Child Runs Deep in Filidor.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following familial groups has the largest influence on the way Joey lives his life?
(a) His step-parents.
(b) His siblings.
(c) His aunts.
(d) His grandparents.

2. How old is Joey at the opening of the novel?
(a) 42-years-old.
(b) 30-years-old.
(c) 19-years-old.
(d) 27-years-old.

3. Which of the following adjectives best describes the outside world's opinion of Joey?
(a) Immature.
(b) Successful.
(c) Intimidating.
(d) Creative.

4. How does Syphon rally his men when they seem to dwindle in the schoolyard fight?
(a) He threatens them.
(b) He screams curses at them.
(c) He sings to them.
(d) He ignores them.

5. What insect does Kneadus eat as counter-attack to the first face in the dual?
(a) A beetle.
(b) A fly.
(c) A cricket.
(d) An ant.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which verb does the teacher want the students to translate even though they are not interested?

2. What is the name of the gang of boys Kneadus puts together?

3. Who does Kneadus choose as his second in defense during the dual?

4. What physical change does Joey feel in his body as he is speaking with Dr. Pimko?

5. Which community does the narrator think is the stupidest community in the world?

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