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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What effect does Jasper have on Charlie in Chapter Seven?
(a) Jasper's laughter is infectious for Charlie.
(b) Jasper's dark moods make Charlie nervous.
(c) Jasper's lies enrage Charlie.
(d) Jasper's strength calms Charlie's fears.

2. What is the nature of Laura's injuries in Chapter One?
(a) She has been beaten and hanged.
(b) She has no visible injuries.
(c) She has committed suicide.
(d) She has drowned and resurfaced.

3. How has Jasper Jones's father NOT coped with the death of his mother?
(a) He cuts town every chance he gets.
(b) He has blown his athletic career.
(c) He takes excellent care of Jasper's needs.
(d) He drinks himself into oblivion.

4. What is the name of the martial arts punch Jeffrey Lu wants to master?
(a) The Cricket Bowler.
(b) The Bruce Lee Jab.
(c) The Kiwi Masher.
(d) The One-Inch Punch.

5. What is the current theory in Chapter Four about Laura's disappearance?
(a) She was running away to New York.
(b) She had to get to Perth.
(c) She was meeting someone at the river.
(d) She was kidnapped from her room.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is ironic about Mrs. Bucktin's admonishment for Charlie to "show some respect for your things!" (99)?

2. How long does Charlie's punishment in Chapter Six last?

3. As they walk out of the woods at the end of Chapter One, how does Charlie feel about Jasper?

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

5. What is Jasper Jones's ethnic heritage?

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