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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Three.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Jeffrey's mother chastise him for being impolite in Chapter Two?
(a) He curses violently.
(b) He puts his feet on the couch.
(c) He does not turn the radio off.
(d) He takes the first snack serving.

2. When Charlie awakens in Chapter Two, what does he expect to find happening in his neighborhood?
(a) Policemen at his door.
(b) Nothing out of the ordinary.
(c) Breakfast with his parents.
(d) A massive search for Laura.

3. Who is Charlie's literary hero?
(a) Pudd'nhead Wilson.
(b) Huck Finn.
(c) Atticus Finch.
(d) Holden Caulfield.

4. As they walk out of the woods at the end of Chapter One, how does Charlie feel about Jasper?
(a) As though Jasper will turn himself in.
(b) As thought he must be guilty.
(c) As though he could murder Charlie, too.
(d) As though they are allies.

5. Where is this story set?
(a) New York, New York.
(b) Corrigan, Australia.
(c) Toronto, Canada.
(d) Los Angeles, California.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Jeffrey admire Muhammad Ali?

2. What reason did Cooke give for his crimes?

3. Why does Jasper fear reporting the murder in Chapter One?

4. Of what actress does Eliza remind Charlie?

5. Why does Mrs. Lu not chastise Jeffrey and Charlie for cursing?

(see the answer key)

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