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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 9-10, I Introduce Flick to the Art World and My Old Man and the Lascivious Special Award that Heralded the Birth of Pop Art.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Ralph disappointed when he finally figures out what the secret message reads?
(a) It does not mention Red Ryder.
(b) It is an advertisement.
(c) It is not a message on how to stop the villains.
(d) He does not understand the message.

2. What does Santa tell the author about the present he wants?
(a) "Good choice for a present, kid."
(b) "You'll shoot your eye out, kid."
(c) "Happy holidays, kid."
(d) "How about some tinker toys?"

3. What holiday does the author reflect most on during that first day in Hohman?
(a) Christmas.
(b) Thanksgiving.
(c) Halloween.
(d) Easter.

4. What makes Ralph smile near the end of the expedition in Chapter 8?
(a) Going to sleep after a long trip.
(b) The adults drinking beer and telling dirty jokes.
(c) The pretty girls at the lake.
(d) Cleaning fish.

5. What does Ralph's father do when he figures out what the "major award" is?
(a) He puts it in the front window.
(b) He finishes dinner.
(c) He throws it away.
(d) He gives it to Ralph.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who told the author his dream present was a bad idea because it would harm him?

2. Why was Ralph on a blind date?

3. What was the name of Ralph's favorite radio show?

4. The social life in Hohman is described as being in:

5. How can kids figure out the secret message on the radio show?

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