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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which of the following is a description Charlie does NOT use to describe Mr. Lionel in Chapter Seven?
(a) Lonely.
(b) Poor.
(c) Sad.
(d) Guilty.

3. During Charlie's punishment, what new book does he read twice?
(a) In Cold Blood.
(b) One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest.
(c) My Fair Lady.
(d) A Farewell to Arms.

4. What metaphor does Charlie use to describe the spotter planes in Chapter Four?
(a) Birds of prey.
(b) Two black dragonflies.
(c) The horsemen of the apocalypse.
(d) Two flying monkeys.

5. What is the truth of Laura's death?
(a) Mad Jack murdered her.
(b) She committed suicide.
(c) Mr. Wishart killed her.
(d) Eliza beat her.

Short Answer Questions

1. After the cricket match in Chapter Six, what has Jeffrey become to the town of Corrigan?

2. How is Mr. Wishart handling Laura's disappearance in Chapter Six?

3. From what sort of tree is Laura's body hanging?

4. How does Jack Lionel prove his identity to Jasper in Chapter Seven?

5. What does Charlie's dad call him to show respect?

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