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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT part of Jasper Jones's reputation?
(a) A liar.
(b) A half-caste.
(c) Honor roll student.
(d) A thief.

2. What image breaks up the party after Charlie's peach pit bet in Chapter Nine?
(a) The sensation of guilt.
(b) The arrival of a group of parents.
(c) The sirens of a police vehicle.
(d) The smoke from a large fire.

3. Which of the following does NOT meet the description of Mad Jack?
(a) Old.
(b) Strong.
(c) Haggard.
(d) Hunkered.

4. What is similar about Charlie's return home in Chapter Three to what happened when he returned Eliza home?
(a) The police have been searching for Charlie and Eliza.
(b) There is no one home.
(c) His father is angry at him.
(d) His mother's actions mirror Mrs. Wishart's.

5. Why might Chapter Seven skip back and forth between memories of the encounter with Mad Jack?
(a) To prove Mad Jack's guilt.
(b) To confuse the reader.
(c) To increase suspense.
(d) To make Jasper look foolish.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT true regarding Charlie's response to discovering his mother's affair?

2. In Chapter One, who has been murdered?

3. What treasured possession is stolen from Charlie in Chapter Eight?

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

5. When Jeffrey joins the cricket game in Chapter Two, what can we infer about his character?

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