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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) Her gambling.
(b) Joey's father.
(c) Her drinking.
(d) Leaving when he was little.

2. Why does Joey need a key?
(a) To keep his things safe.
(b) To get into his house when his mother is not home.
(c) To make him feel responsible.
(d) So he won't have to remember a combination.

3. What kind of school is Maria transferred to?
(a) Gifted School.
(b) Private School.
(c) Catholic school.
(d) Home school.

4. Who does Joey have an appointment with on his second day at the new school?
(a) The psychologist.
(b) The doctor.
(c) The nurse.
(d) The nutritionist.

5. Who helps get Joey's medication changed?
(a) His father.
(b) Ms. Maxy.
(c) His mother.
(d) The Principal.

Short Answer Questions

1. What worries Ms. Maxy most when Joey gets cut?

2. Where does Joey go when he sneaks out of class when he has a substitute teacher?

3. What is Joey's mother's favorite drink?

4. What is Joey's new slogan about families?

5. What kind of teacher is Mrs. Howard?

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