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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Sissie witnesses a character vomiting, where are they doing it?
(a) In the same place she once saw a trapped bird.
(b) Into the water.
(c) Into a trash can.
(d) Onto the island's soil.

2. In the second summer, how long ago did Jerry get into big trouble?
(a) Days ago.
(b) Years ago.
(c) Weeks ago.
(d) Months ago.

3. Which of the following details is provided about Jerry's appearance?
(a) He has very greasy hair.
(b) He has fleabites on his legs.
(c) He has red hair.
(d) He has pimples.

4. Which of the following is offered to Sissie by a woman in the first summer?
(a) A free kitten.
(b) A stuffed animal.
(c) A sip of beer.
(d) A sweater.

5. According to Sissie, what color does her father's face turn as he drinks?
(a) Purple.
(b) Red.
(c) White.
(d) Tan.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who becomes angry with a woman when she offers something to Sissie during the first summer?

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

3. Which of the following is used to describe Sissie's father's mannerisms?

4. Whom does Sissie witness throwing up in the second summer?

5. What is the outcome of Sissie's parents bickering at the tavern in the first summer?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Part 3, how does Sissie feel about her father?

2. How does Sissie compare herself to other girls her own age in Part 3?

3. Is Sissie comfortable being around her father in Part 2? Why or why not?

4. Describe Sissie's view of her father the first summer at the tavern.

5. Describe the hierarchy of the sexes present in the story.

6. What sets Sissie apart from the other children in Part 1?

7. What makes Sissie vulnerable?

8. Why do Sissie's parents argue in Part 3? How does it make Sissie feel?

9. Why is Sissie horrified when she sees the bird stuck in the scum on the water?

10. In what way does the diction change between the first summer and second summer?

(see the answer keys)

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