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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: The Big House - Tucson.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where do Alice and Arthur sometimes nap?
(a) On the floor in front of the TV.
(b) In the car.
(c) By the pool.
(d) At the park.

2. How old is Alice when her father dies?
(a) Five.
(b) It's her 7th birthday.
(c) Ten.
(d) She doesn't remember.

3. Who cares for Nonna's property?
(a) Her son, Raymond.
(b) Nonna takes care of it herself.
(c) Arthur.
(d) Uncle Billy.

4. What does Aunt Frances make Alice do?
(a) Take two baths a day.
(b) Let her hair grow long.
(c) Cut her hair short.
(d) Attend an etiquette class.

5. What does Mother bring to her family members on Christmas?
(a) Farewell letters.
(b) Nothing.
(c) Homemade gifts.
(d) Expensive boutique clothing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Alice's main feeling, as expressed in Part One, about being orphaned?

2. How does Alice scare Arlette when she visits her?

3. What character trait best describes Walter?

4. What best describes Mother's life in the Mother-Arlette section of Part One?

5. What does Aunt Frances tell Alice that there are rules about that she needs to learn?

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