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

2. Why does Ed say Joey is at his new school?
(a) To protect himself.
(b) To protect others.
(c) To be punished.
(d) To get some help.

3. What does Joey see when he sneaks out of class when he has a substitute teacher?
(a) A party.
(b) A presentation.
(c) A game.
(d) A movie.

4. Who does Joey NOT blame for what he sees is wrong with him?
(a) Himself.
(b) His father.
(c) His mother.
(d) His grandmother.

5. What advice does Joey get about moving forward?
(a) The past is behind you.
(b) Its time to switch gears.
(c) Never look back.
(d) The future is always brighter than the past.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Joey stare into at his house to calm himself?

2. What does Joey's mother say on the way to Pittsburgh that hurts his feelings?

3. What caused Joey and his family to fight a lot?

4. Where did Joey's Grandmother go when she left?

5. Why does Joey's mother allow him to run around before school?

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