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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What famous Pudd'nhead Wilson quote resonates with Charlie?
(a) “When ill luck begins, it does not come in sprinkles, but in showers.”
(b) "Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear--not absence of fear."
(c) "Few things are harder to put up with than the annoyance of a good example.”
(d) “As to the adjective: when in doubt, strike it out.”

2. Which description does NOT fit Jeffrey?
(a) Compact.
(b) Talented.
(c) Powerful.
(d) Tall.

3. How has Jasper Jones NOT gained respect among the athletes of Corrigan?
(a) He wins games.
(b) He is a good tackler.
(c) He is always kind.
(d) He can break bones.

4. Which is NOT a rumor about Warwick Trent?
(a) He is a professional cricket player.
(b) He is sexually active.
(c) He has some of Mad Jack Lionel's peach pits.
(d) He has a tattoo.

5. What war is taking place during this novel?
(a) Vietnam.
(b) Korea.
(c) World War I.
(d) World War II.

Short Answer Questions

1. What of the following statements is NOT an indication that Charlie's relationship with his parents is strained?

2. What topic do Jeffrey and Charlie NOT tease each other about in Chapter Two?

3. For what do the larger boys NOT pick on Jeffrey?

4. Why does Jeffrey's mother chastise him for being impolite in Chapter Two?

5. What attracts Charlie to Eliza Wishart?

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