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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9: Changing the Rules.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the author say in "Two Positives" was the worst part of school?
(a) Math quizzes.
(b) Book reports.
(c) Recess.
(d) Weekly spelling bees.

2. Why did the author nearly kill his friend, Bob, with a knife?
(a) The friend copied his homework without his permission.
(b) They were arguing over radio stations.
(c) The friend made fun of his clothes.
(d) The friend insulted his mother.

3. Where did the author's mother go when she said she was staying with relatives?
(a) A mental institution.
(b) To gamble.
(c) To pursue a singing career.
(d) To visit her ex-husband.

4. What influential adult in "ROTC Triumph" told the author to "always put first things first"?
(a) Mr. McCotter.
(b) Mr. Doakes.
(c) Sgt. Bandy.
(d) Mrs. Miller.

5. In "College Choices," how long did the author spend studying for his exam?
(a) All night.
(b) Two hours.
(c) Eight hours.
(d) Two weeks.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the author say he has in his heart, regardless of the conditions around him?

2. How old was the author's mother when she married his father?

3. Who was Alma Whittley?

4. What did the author consider his biggest problem in tenth grade?

5. The author told his mother that _____ are supposed to _____.

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