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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I (Chapters 1 - 4).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 4, what does Jones's grandmother find in his room that causes her to make him pray with her?
(a) Drugs.
(b) Alcohol.
(c) Racy novels.
(d) Magazine pictures of bare-chested men.

2. In Chapter 1, what does Jones find tucked into a novel of his mother's that interests him?
(a) A photo of a young, attractive black man.
(b) A photo of his mother as a young girl.
(c) A grocery list with strange items on it.
(d) A note from his father, who he never knew.

3. In the woods, what is the structure that Jones, Cody and Sam find made out of?
(a) Rough tree branches.
(b) Wood, cardboard, and metal scraps.
(c) Solid-looking tiles.
(d) Newspapers.

4. What do Jones, Cody and Sam find in the hut in the woods?
(a) Drugs.
(b) Water.
(c) Pornographic magazines.
(d) Food.

5. What does Cody call Jones that Jones writes was almost a relief to hear someone finally say out loud?
(a) Pervert.
(b) Liar.
(c) Faggot.
(d) Urchin.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jones's mother routinely do as soon as she gets home from work in Chapter 1?

2. Who are the two neighbors Jones watches from his window as a boy in Chapter 1?

3. In Chapter 4, what religion does Jones mention his mother has practiced since her early twenties?

4. In Chapter 4, why does Jones's grandmother slap him when he his a younger boy?

5. Where is Chapter 1 set?

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