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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4 "Sarsaparilla to Sorcery".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Gilly play on Mrs. Trotter's piano?
(a) Beethoven's Fifth Symphony.
(b) Heart and Soul.
(c) Chopsticks.
(d) Heart and Soul and Chopsticks at the same time.

2. What is the name of Gilly's last foster mother?
(a) Maime Trotter.
(b) Mrs. Richmond.
(c) Mrs. Nevins.
(d) Mrs. Newman.

3. In Chapter 4, what does Gilly receive in the mail?
(a) A postcard from her mother.
(b) A check for lottery winnings.
(c) A letter from her first foster mother.
(d) A letter from her mother.

4. Who is Mr. Randolph?
(a) An African American.
(b) All answers are correct.
(c) Mrs. Trotter's neighbor.
(d) An elderly, blind man.

5. What warning does Mrs. Trotter firmly give Gilly after Gilly comments about the TV show William Ernest was watching?
(a) Mrs. Trotter makes it clear that Gilly will watch whatever William Ernest wanted to watch on TV.
(b) Mrs. Trotter makes it clear she will not have Gilly making fun of William Ernest.
(c) Mrs. Trotter warns Gilly to watch her step.
(d) Mrs. Trotter warns Gilly not to cross her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is disturbing Gilly most about the meal?

2. At the close of Chapter 3, what is Gilly's plan at the close?

3. Who is William Ernest?

4. Why is Gilly moved from Mrs. Richmond's care?

5. What does Gilly to to frighten William Ernest?

(see the answer key)

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