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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Charlie call the terrible feeling in his stomach in Chapter Four?
(a) The hole.
(b) The brick.
(c) The spot.
(d) The knot.

2. For what reason does An Lu NOT stand out in Corrigan?
(a) He is Vietnamese.
(b) He keeps an intricate garden.
(c) He is a strong athlete.
(d) He is an engineer.

3. For what do the larger boys NOT pick on Jeffrey?
(a) His Vietnamese heritage.
(b) His accent.
(c) His familiy's wealth.
(d) His size.

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

5. In Chapter One, what reason does the person give for coming to Charlie's house in the middle of the night?
(a) The person is afraid of Mad Jack Lionel.
(b) The person needs Charlie's help.
(c) The person has witnessed a crime in action.
(d) The person wants to borrow a book.

6. What war is taking place during this novel?
(a) Vietnam.
(b) World War I.
(c) Korea.
(d) World War II.

7. When Charlie awakens in Chapter Two, what does he expect to find happening in his neighborhood?
(a) Breakfast with his parents.
(b) A massive search for Laura.
(c) Policemen at his door.
(d) Nothing out of the ordinary.

8. As they walk out of the woods at the end of Chapter One, how does Charlie feel about Jasper?
(a) As thought he must be guilty.
(b) As though Jasper will turn himself in.
(c) As though he could murder Charlie, too.
(d) As though they are allies.

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

10. Why items does Jasper admit to Charlie to having stolen?
(a) Food.
(b) Jewelry.
(c) Expensive sneakers.
(d) Sound equipment.

11. What of the following statements is NOT an indication that Charlie's relationship with his parents is strained?
(a) "He's too polite, that boy" (47).
(b) "I trust you're enjoying your stay at our hotel" (46).
(c) "Rip Van Winkle! The corpse has risen!" (45).
(d) "What do you want?" (46).

12. Of what actress does Eliza remind Charlie?
(a) Lauren Bacall.
(b) Sophia Loren.
(c) Elizabeth Taylor.
(d) Audrey Hepburn.

13. Why does Charlie feel like he can trust Jasper?
(a) Jasper's reputation is squeaky clean.
(b) Jasper is the only one willing to cut through the facade of the town.
(c) Jasper has proven his innocence already.
(d) Jasper has always been a good friend to Charlie.

14. Why is Charlie an outcast in Corrigan?
(a) He is a thug.
(b) He has no friends.
(c) He is an athlete.
(d) He is smart.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the title of Jeffrey and Charlie's Great Australian novel?

2. How has Jasper Jones NOT gained respect among the athletes of Corrigan?

3. What does Wesley claim to do each night in his study?

4. What happens when Charlie and Eliza get to her house in Chapter Three?

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

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