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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following describes Jerry's tone of voice as he waits with Sissie for his father?
(a) Whiny.
(b) Whispering.
(c) Shrill.
(d) Demanding.

2. Whom do Sissie's brothers beg to do something?
(a) Sissie's mother.
(b) Sissie's father's friend.
(c) Sissie's aunt.
(d) Sissie's father.

3. What is the occupation of the man who marched in a parade?
(a) Teacher.
(b) Soldier.
(c) Firefighter.
(d) Policeman.

4. Which of the following is a theme in the book, visible in the first summer?
(a) Devotion to one's mother.
(b) Imperfections in the world.
(c) Devotion to self.
(d) Animal nurturing.

5. Where does the mysterious man want to take Sissie after they kiss?
(a) The boat.
(b) The car.
(c) The tavern.
(d) The boat house.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the women in Sissie's narrations often wear?

2. After kissing the mysterious man, what emotion does Sissie feel?

3. Who does Sissie stop trusting?

4. What do the children begin throwing at the stuck bird?

5. What does Sissie's world revolve around in the first summer?

(see the answer key)

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