View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1 through 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Gerald decide whether or not his mother is serious at the beginning of the book?
(a) He studies her face.
(b) He watches her movements.
(c) He listens to her tone.
(d) He asks her.

2. What does Gerald's aunt make ornaments from?
(a) Halloween decorations.
(b) Silverware.
(c) Old Christmas cards.
(d) Broken dishes.

3. Why does Gerald end up doing what he at first refused to do on his birthday when his mother is there?
(a) He releases his anger.
(b) He is surprised about having a sister.
(c) To make his aunt happy.
(d) To make his aunt look good.

4. What does Gerald need batteries for on his eighth birthday?
(a) A walkman.
(b) A flashlight.
(c) A remote control.
(d) A portable tv.

5. What did Gerald's aunt try to do for Gerald's sister?
(a) Send money for her food.
(b) Get custody.
(c) Pay for her schooling.
(d) Adopt her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What promise does Gerald make to his aunt after an accident?

2. How does Gerald's aunt find out about the accident with Gerald's wheelchair creation?

3. When does Gerald know to never bother his mother?

4. How many cars crash into the contraption Gerald makes from an old wheelchair?

5. What is the name of Gerald's sister?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 252 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample