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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Mrs. Lu not chastise Jeffrey and Charlie for cursing?
(a) She wants to be polite to Charlie.
(b) She has a foul mouth herself.
(c) She never hears the boys curse.
(d) She does not understand English curse words.

2. When Silvey references past works of literature, he is using what literary device?
(a) Personification.
(b) Simile.
(c) Allusion.
(d) Metaphor.

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

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

5. Who is the mythical boogeyman of the town?
(a) Atticus Finch.
(b) An Lu.
(c) Boo Radley.
(d) Mad Jack Lionel.

Short Answer Questions

1. As he drinks in Chapter One, what does Jasper reveal about his family?

2. In Chapter One, who has been murdered?

3. Why does Charlie feel like he can trust Jasper?

4. Why might Silvey use curse words in developing the relationship between Jeffrey and Charlie?

5. Why does Jeffrey admire Muhammad Ali?

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