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

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) Silvey is attempting to be sensationalistic.
(d) This use of vernacular sets them up as typical adolescent boys trying to be tough.

2. For what do the larger boys NOT pick on Jeffrey?
(a) His accent.
(b) His familiy's wealth.
(c) His Vietnamese heritage.
(d) His size.

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

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

5. 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 is a professional cricket player.
(d) He has a tattoo.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What war is taking place during this novel?

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

5. What attracts Charlie to Eliza Wishart?

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