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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 Jasper fear reporting the murder in Chapter One?
(a) He knows he is guilty.
(b) He does not care about Laura.
(c) He knows he will be blamed.
(d) He fears retribution.

2. Why items does Jasper admit to Charlie to having stolen?
(a) Food.
(b) Sound equipment.
(c) Expensive sneakers.
(d) Jewelry.

3. Why might Silvey use curse words in developing the relationship between Jeffrey and Charlie?
(a) The vernacular is used as personification.
(b) Silvey is attempting to be sensationalistic.
(c) This use of vernacular sets them up as typical adolescent boys trying to be tough.
(d) Silvey wants to show how troubled the boys are.

4. What happens when Charlie and Eliza get to her house in Chapter Three?
(a) Nothing. No one is home.
(b) Her father pushes Charlie out of the yard.
(c) The police apprehend both the children.
(d) Her mother comes out, screaming and calling Eliza a liar.

5. As he drinks in Chapter One, what does Jasper reveal about his family?
(a) His father refuses to provide even basic care for Jasper.
(b) His mother is cruel and a drunk.
(c) His father is most likely the killer.
(d) His mother ran away when Jasper was a baby.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Jeffrey grounded in Chapter Three?

2. Why does Jasper trust Charlie?

3. Whom does Jasper suspect of killing Laura?

4. Who is the mythical boogeyman of the town?

5. What is the title of Jeffrey and Charlie's Great Australian novel?

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