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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-6, I Poke at an Old Wound and The Endless Streetcar Ride into the Night, and the Tinfoil Noose.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the author tell his mother caused the cut he received while playing with his new toy in Chapter 2?
(a) A BB ricocheted off the target and hit his face.
(b) The neighbor's dogs jumped on him.
(c) A runaway icicle caused the accident.
(d) A band of villains tried to attack the family in the backyard.

2. How did the article's author get to the tavern the first time?
(a) By cab.
(b) By train.
(c) By plane.
(d) By bus.

3. The author believes children and parents were tougher back then, proven by the way:
(a) The kids always went to school in harsh weather.
(b) The kids always worked on the farms.
(c) The kids always did chores outside.
(d) The kids never complained about supper.

4. To whom does Cleopatra pale in comparison?
(a) Miss Bryfogel.
(b) Junie Jo Prewitt.
(c) Ralph's mom.
(d) Helen.

5. Hohman, Indiana is described as being:
(a) A simple Midwestern town filled with mills, plants, and freight yards.
(b) An East coast town filled with mills, plants, and freight yards.
(c) A busy Midwestern town filled with taverns and shops.
(d) A West coast town filled with taverns and shops.

Short Answer Questions

1. The lady at the Automat had a button that read:

2. What is Ralph's term for prime ministers, presidents, cabinet members, and stars?

3. How would you best describe Ralph's emotions in Chapter 4?

4. Hohman's weather is described as having:

5. What club does Ralph so badly want to join?

(see the answer key)

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