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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 did Gerald's mother buy him a G.I. Joe?
(a) No special reason.
(b) It was his birthday.
(c) He was crying for it.
(d) She felt bad for hitting him.

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

3. How does Gerald's aunt find out about the accident with Gerald's wheelchair creation?
(a) She watches it happen.
(b) A police man tells her.
(c) Gerald tells her.
(d) A neighbor yells at her.

4. What does Gerald's aunt promise him on his birthday?
(a) He will not get hurt.
(b) He will not have to live with his mother.
(c) She will never die.
(d) She will make up for the surprise.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gerald find in the garage on his birthday?

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

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

4. What is Gerald's surprise birthday gift?

5. Why does Gerald not want to sit in the shopping cart at the beginning of the book?

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