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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Charlie's dad give him a stack of American books on Civil Rights in Chapter One?
(a) Charlie is putting too much emphasis on sports.
(b) Charlie mentions feeling confused about Jasper's mixed racial heritage.
(c) Charlie's teachers have said he needs help with reading.
(d) Charlie claims to be bored during the summer.

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

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

4. What punishment does Charlie's mother give him for sneaking off and his disrespect in Chapter Three?
(a) She allows his father to handle all the problems.
(b) She refuses to allow him to see Eliza anymore.
(c) She makes him dig a hole and then fill it back in.
(d) She sends him to his room and takes away his books.

5. What reason did Cooke give for his crimes?
(a) He was bullied.
(b) He was lonely.
(c) He had a bad family.
(d) He wanted to hurt someone.

Short Answer Questions

1. What advice does his father give Charlie in Chapter Three about dealing with his mother?

2. Who is Charlie's literary hero?

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

4. Whom does Jasper suspect of killing Laura?

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

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