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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. Why does Gerald hate to be without water?
(a) He can't do the dishes.
(b) He can't flush the toilet.
(c) It makes scary noises when it turns back on.
(d) His aunt can't take a shower.

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

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

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

5. Why does Gerald not want to sit in the shopping cart at the beginning of the book?
(a) He wants to see around.
(b) He has sores on his bum.
(c) He wet his pants.
(d) He can't see his mother.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gerald's aunt refuse to do for him?

2. What did Gerald get for his eighth birthday?

3. How does Gerald feel about his surprise birthday present?

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

5. How was Gerald taught to not play with lighters?

(see the answer key)

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