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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 did Gerald get for his eighth birthday?
(a) His favorite movie.
(b) Books.
(c) A G.I. Joe.
(d) A sweater.

2. What does Gerald's aunt refuse to do for him?
(a) Keep his mother away.
(b) Send him to school.
(c) Lie to his father.
(d) Change his schools.

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the man who came to Gerald's birthday party?

2. What does Gerald try to make with an old wheelchair?

3. What does Gerald refuse to do at first on his birthday when his mother is there?

4. How does Gerald feel when he is with his great aunt?

5. Where does Gerald's aunt live?

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