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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Gerald's surprise birthday gift?
(a) A basketball.
(b) A new school.
(c) A red bike.
(d) A visit from his mother.

2. What color does Gerald see when he wakes up after the fire?
(a) Blue.
(b) Red.
(c) White.
(d) Black.

3. What does Monique offer for Gerald's birthday?
(a) To let his sister live with him.
(b) To let him live with her.
(c) To take him to school.
(d) To visit him weekly.

4. Why does Gerald's aunt give him his big present a day before his birthday?
(a) To give him a way to escape if he needs to.
(b) To see his smile before she has to share it.
(c) To cheer him up about having to see his mother.
(d) To make sure it is a big surprise.

5. When does Gerald like to hide behind the couch?
(a) When the phone rings.
(b) When his mother goes to work.
(c) When Leroy leaves.
(d) All of these.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is Gerald rolling down a ramp?

3. What does Gerald hope for on his birthday?

4. What did Gerald explore with his flashlight?

5. Why was Gerald's aunt unable to pay the electric bill?

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