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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Prologue - Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what U.S. state is the book set?
(a) Vermont.
(b) Iowa.
(c) New Hampshire.
(d) Massachusetts.

2. When does the author describe Bobby Thompson making a home run that was heard around the world in the Prologue?
(a) 1951.
(b) 1962.
(c) 1965.
(d) 1989.

3. What team were the Amhers Lady Hurricanes playing on March 3, 1992?
(a) The Northampton Blue Devils.
(b) The Central Mass Cougars.
(c) The Cathedral Badgers.
(d) The Goza Beavers.

4. How old was the author when her father died?
(a) Two.
(b) Three.
(c) Nine.
(d) Five.

5. In what grade was Jen Pariseau when she joined the team?
(a) Seventh grade.
(b) Ninth grade.
(c) Eighth grade.
(d) Sixth grade.

Short Answer Questions

1. What community surrounding Amherst is described by the author in Chapter 1 as "the shopper's mecca" (25)?

2. What Amherst event is hosted by the Rotary Club in August of each year?

3. Where was Jamila Wideman born?

4. In what grade did Jamila Wideman join the Amherst Lady Hurricanes?

5. When was Jamila Wideman born?

(see the answer key)

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