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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ghost say he has in common with his friend Red Griffin?
(a) They both have a lot of scream inside.
(b) They both want to play basketball.
(c) They both have fathers in prison.
(d) They both live with their moms alone.

2. What is it that makes Aunt Sophie cool in Ghost’s eyes?
(a) Her tattoo.
(b) Her funny jokes.
(c) Her skill at cards.
(d) Her cooking.

3. What does Coach Brody tell the newbies after they order at the Chinese restaurant?
(a) That they have obstacles to overcome.
(b) That they show promise.
(c) That they are the most talented group he has seen.
(d) That they will have to work hard to compete.

4. Why does Ghost stop running after a short while after shoplifting shoes?
(a) He is weighted down with guilt.
(b) He does not want to draw attention to himself.
(c) He is almost home.
(d) He does not want to get to track practice sweaty.

5. Why does Ghost not just walk out on uniform day?
(a) He knows that Coach Brody is the only one looking out for him.
(b) He has to do everything he can to keep his mother from finding out.
(c) He knows he will not be able to go back.
(d) He knows that he will have to hide his face forever, if he goes.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Ghost characterize his responses to the insults?

2. Where does Ghost say he needs the most help with his technique?

3. How do the other runners handle it when Ghost does not get a uniform?

4. Who does Ghost claim Coach Brody is to the principal?

5. What secret does Lu tell at the Chinese restaurant, to start his meal?

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