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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Shifting Gears and Pittsburgh.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Joey's mother get defensive about when he tells her what Ed said on his first day at the new school?
(a) Joey's father.
(b) Leaving when he was little.
(c) Her drinking.
(d) Her gambling.

2. Where is Joey told to get counseling?
(a) The nurse's office.
(b) A Special Education center.
(c) A therapeutic office.
(d) The school counseling center.

3. What does Joey ask his mother for more of after his first day at the new school?
(a) A better house.
(b) A ride to school.
(c) New medication.
(d) Some responsibility.

4. How long does Joey's punishment remain in force after hurting a classmate?
(a) 5 weeks.
(b) 6 weeks.
(c) 4 weeks.
(d) 3 weeks.

5. What does the nutritionist say Joey needs more of?
(a) Vegetables.
(b) All of these.
(c) Grains.
(d) Dairy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tells Joey where his grandmother went when she left?

2. What does Joey hope will get stuck to his key when he swallows it?

3. What kind of teacher is Mrs. Howard?

4. How is Joey punished for hurting a classmate?

5. What does Joey do when Ed says his mother is part of his problem?

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