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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1-2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When will Sunny show his teammates his skills, according to Coach Brody?
(a) In the mile.
(b) In the 800 meters.
(c) In the marathon.
(d) In the 10K.

2. What does Ghost answer Mr. Charles' greeting with, every day?
(a) “Nope, cheese sticks.”
(b) “Not today.”
(c) “Hello old man.”
(d) “Lemme guess, one dollar.”

3. Since we know that Ghost will be joining a track team and running races, what does the scene where his father shot a gun at him serve as?
(a) Simile.
(b) Foreshadowing.
(c) Flashback.
(d) Metaphor.

4. Who does Ghost model his career expectations on?
(a) Michael Jordan.
(b) Marshawn Lynch.
(c) Usain Bolt.
(d) LeBron James.

5. Where did Ghost and his mother run to the night Ghost's father shot at them?
(a) Martin Luther King Park.
(b) Aunt Sophie’s house.
(c) Mr. Charles’ store.
(d) The police station.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ghost say made his father mean?

2. What was Ghost’s father doing when the cops arrived?

3. Where does Ghost learn about Usain Bolt?

4. How does Ghost say he feels about his father’s sentence?

5. What type of vehicle does Coach Brody drive?

(see the answer key)

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