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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III (Pages 126 - 167).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Aaron beat Betty when she was a child, as told by Smarsh in Chapter 4?
(a) Betty asked for shoes.
(b) Betty asked for a Christmas present.
(c) Betty asked for milk.
(d) Betty missed picking up a single nail in the yard from a carpentry project.

2. What did Smarsh's mother say about paying retail?
(a) It was only necessary if you were desperate.
(b) It was necessary.
(c) It was for fools.
(d) It was impossible for poor people.

3. How long did Smarsh research this book for?
(a) 15 years.
(b) 5 years.
(c) 20 years.
(d) 10 years.

4. What kind of contest does Smarsh win in Chapter 4?
(a) A debate competition.
(b) A dance competition.
(c) A math competition.
(d) A public speaking contest.

5. Who was married to Dorothy, Smarsh's great-grandmother?
(a) Chic.
(b) Aaron.
(c) Nick.
(d) Robert.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Jeannie's new boyfriend do for a living in Chapter 4?

2. How was Nick eventually reimbursed for the value of his barn and equipment?

3. In 1994, what kind of program did California implement related to welfare recipients?

4. What does Nick teach Smarsh how to do to fall asleep more easily?

5. What serious problem did Nick's second wife have?

(see the answer key)

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