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

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

3. What stolen object from Mad Jack Lionel's yard can make a child a mythical hero?
(a) A peach.
(b) An apple.
(c) A bird.
(d) A hubcap.

4. From what sort of tree is Laura's body hanging?
(a) Maple.
(b) Eucalyptus.
(c) Oak.
(d) Willow.

5. Who is Jeffrey's cricket hero?
(a) Jack Lionel.
(b) Doug Walters.
(c) An Lu.
(d) Jasper Jones.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Charlie most admire Batman?

2. Why does Mrs. Lu not chastise Jeffrey and Charlie for cursing?

3. What is the nature of Laura's injuries in Chapter One?

4. Who is Charlie's literary hero?

5. Whom does Jasper suspect of killing Laura?

(see the answer key)

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