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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Charlie arrives at Jeffrey's house in Chapter Two, what is Jeffrey doing?
(a) Listening to a Superman program.
(b) Listening to pop songs.
(c) Listening to his mother sing.
(d) Listening to a cricket match.

2. Who has died in Charlie's family?
(a) His grandmother.
(b) His little sister.
(c) His little brother.
(d) His grandfather.

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

4. How does the cricket coach handle the bullying toward Jeffrey?
(a) He puts an end to the game.
(b) He cuts it off immediately.
(c) He laughs.
(d) He calls parents.

5. How does Jasper plan to buy himself some time to solve Laura's murder?
(a) He wants to bury her body in the river.
(b) He wants to turn himself in so the police can do their job.
(c) He wants to bury her body closer to town.
(d) He wants to run away while Charlie finds the killer.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Silvey references past works of literature, he is using what literary device?

2. What famous Pudd'nhead Wilson quote resonates with Charlie?

3. Why does Jasper trust Charlie?

4. Who arrives at Charlie's window in the middle of the night as the book opens?

5. How has Jasper Jones NOT gained respect among the athletes of Corrigan?

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