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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II (Pages 58 - 125).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What Latin phrase is on the Kansas state flag?
(a) Carpe diem - Seize the day.
(b) Veni vidi vici - I came, I saw, I conquered.
(c) Ad astra per aspera - to the stars through difficulties.
(d) Dulce periculum - Danger is sweet.

2. Who is Smarsh's younger brother?
(a) Arnold.
(b) Matthew.
(c) Jeremy.
(d) Robert.

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

4. What is the name Smarsh comes up with for her unconceived, unborn daughter?
(a) Jennifer.
(b) Betty.
(c) Arnie.
(d) August.

5. What did Smarsh's mother ask her to do when she used to lie in bed with her mother sometimes?
(a) Stop breathing.
(b) Stop eating.
(c) Stop singing.
(d) Be less warm.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of car was Smarsh's grandmother driving when she drew up with Arnie at an intersection in Chapter 1?

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

3. What is Smarsh's father's name?

4. What life-threatening injury befalls Betty as a child?

5. How did Smarsh's grandfather Chic die?

(see the answer key)

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