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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who is guilty for the death of Sylvia Likens?
(a) Jenny Likens.
(b) The whole town where she was killed.
(c) The Likens parents.
(d) Gertrude Baniszewski.

3. What book is Charlie reading in Chapter One?
(a) To Kill a Mockingbird.
(b) The Sound and the Fury.
(c) Huckleberry Finn.
(d) Pudd'nhead Wilson.

4. Why does Charlie most admire Batman?
(a) Batman has no weaknesses.
(b) Batman has innate superpowers.
(c) Batman represents everyone.
(d) Batman could destroy Superman.

5. What is ironic about Mrs. Bucktin's admonishment for Charlie to "show some respect for your things!" (99)?
(a) We know that she does not care about his shirt anymore than he does.
(b) Her clothes are just as dirty as his.
(c) There is no irony in this statement.
(d) She is showing no respect for her own son.

Short Answer Questions

1. What punishment does Charlie's mother give him for sneaking off and his disrespect in Chapter Three?

2. The memory of the peppermint trees at Eliza's house might be a symbol for which of the following?

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

4. What reason did Cooke give for his crimes?

5. What metaphor does Charlie use to describe the spotter planes in Chapter Four?

(see the answer key)

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