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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While the dinner conversation is going on, what is Brenda doing?
(a) Neil feels Brenda's fingers tease his calf.
(b) Brenda is drumming her nails on the table.
(c) Brenda is eating a second dessert.
(d) Brenda is talking on the phone.

2. Who are the two main people in Neil's life outside of his family?
(a) Brenda and the little boy in the library.
(b) Aunt Gladys and Uncle Max.
(c) The head librarian and Brenda.
(d) Ron and Harriet.

3. What is the rule when Mr. Patimkin invites Neil to play basketball with him and Julie?
(a) When Julie has the ball, Mr. Patimkin is on her team.
(b) Neil must remove his shirt.
(c) Everyone must play hard to win.
(d) Julie must win the game.

4. How is Brenda dressed for dinner?
(a) Brenda wears shorts and white polo shirt.
(b) Brenda is dressed in designer slacks and blouse.
(c) Brenda has on jeans and one of Ron's shirts.
(d) Brenda wears a cocktail dress.

5. Why does Aunt Gladys want Neil to leave the Patimkin's telephone number?
(a) She is afraid she will get sick and have to go to the hospital.
(b) She wants Neil to remember where he comes from.
(c) She can't really believe that Jewish families live in Short Hills.
(d) She wants to keep tabs on Neil.

Short Answer Questions

1. What comment does Neil make to Brenda about her mother.

2. What did Brenda once say that Neil believes hinted at marriage?

3. When the family goes outside, what are Mr. Patimkin and his 10-year-old daughter Julie doing?

4. What does the head librarian tell Neil just before he leaves on vacation?

5. Where does Mrs. Patimkin send Neil?

(see the answer key)

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