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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1-2: Excess Baggage, Cutting Loose.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What ended the family's temporary happiness in Chapter 1?
(a) James took all of Gladys's money.
(b) They had to sell their house.
(c) James proved to be as irresponsible as before.
(d) James moved out again.

2. Who did Gladys marry first?
(a) James Cotton.
(b) Jimmy Cotton.
(c) James Colton.
(d) Jim Colton.

3. In what time period was Anita's adolescence?
(a) The Vietnam War.
(b) The Great Depression.
(c) World War II.
(d) World War I.

4. What was the result of James' behavior?
(a) He lost his home.
(b) Gladys divorced him.
(c) He lost his job.
(d) He went bankrupt.

5. How old is Anita during Chapter 2?
(a) 14 years old.
(b) 13 years old.
(c) 15 years old.
(d) 12 years old.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was born after Gladys and her first husband moved?

2. How does Chapter 1 describe Anita?

3. Who did Anita travel with during her time she ran away?

4. What did Gladys discover before she got married?

5. What did the guest staying with Anita and her mom show towards Anita?

(see the answer key)

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